ClassDojo vs SchoolMint Hero

ClassDojo connects teachers, families, and children around learning at school and at home. Teachers can share photos, videos, messages, and class updates, and use feedback points to recognize student skills and behaviors. Private teacher-family messaging supports direct communication. The free ClassDojo plan costs nothing and includes teacher messaging, class points, and class story updates. Plus adds Homework Helper, access to more than 2,000 Magic Books stories, and the option to automatically add school events to a Google or Apple calendar. The subscription can be shared with up to three other grown-ups. ClassDojo is available on the web, iOS, and Android, and teachers can use it alongside Google Classroom. The latest app requires iOS 17 or later or Android 8 or later; Kindle devices are no longer supported. ClassDojo says it complies with COPPA, FERPA, and GDPR in Europe, and that it does not share user or student information with advertisers or marketers.

SchoolMint Hero is a K–12 platform for managing behavior and attendance in schools and districts. For tardies, students can scan an ID, record the arrival, print a pass, and update the attendance record. Schools define positive and negative behaviors and attach rewards or consequences. Hero supports PBIS and can be configured for SEL, MTSS, RTI, or a school-defined framework. Reward tools include customizable points, school house systems, and digital reward stores. Preloaded and customizable reports show behavior patterns by student, teacher, grade, or demographic group. Parents and guardians can receive text or email notifications when behaviors are recorded. Dedicated teacher, parent, and student apps are available; the student app displays points, rewards, and behavior history. The platform runs on the web, iOS, and Android. Schools can synchronize student and schedule files from an SIS using SFTP. SchoolMint says the rebuilt platform uses modern cloud architecture and aligns with SOC 2 Type II security standards. It serves public districts, charter networks, and individual schools. Pricing varies by school size and user count and is available on request.