Log a behavior note in 5 seconds. Track patterns over weeks. Walk into any conference, IEP, or admin conversation with the full story, not just what you remember.
The app was quick and easy to learn, even for a not-so-techy teacher like me, and it saves so much time.
Capture what happened. Find it when it matters. Turn it into something useful.
More ways ShortHand helps
Try it first. Use it free. Upgrade only if you want to.
Open ShortHand with sample students and click through the app. No account needed.
Create a free account to use ShortHand with your own class. Core documentation stays free.
$4.99/month if you want extras like Ask ShortHand and Meeting Prep reports. New Pro users get a 30-day trial, no credit card.
You're trusting me with notes about real kids. Here's exactly how I protect that.
All student data is stored with AES-256 encryption in a SOC 2 Type II certified data center, the same standard banks and hospitals use. Data in transit is protected by SSL/TLS.
I'm a teacher, not a data broker. Your notes and student information are never sold, shared, or used for advertising. Period.
The app doesn't require full legal names or student IDs. You can use initials or nicknames to keep your records even more private.
If you decide to stop using ShortHand, you can delete your account and every single note instantly. We don't keep a copy of your notes or student information.
ShortHand only reads your notes when you ask it to write a report. It doesn't watch you while you work.
I didn't build this app to give you more work. I built it because I was tired of drowning in paperwork while trying to keep my head above water.
I have spent over 20 years in the classroom. Before I became a 3rd grade teacher, I worked as a one-to-one aide and a Registered Behavior Technician. I know exactly how loud, fast, and overwhelming a school day can be. This tool was created with love to assist my fellow teachers who are looking for a better way to track progress and bridge the gap between school and home.
“Good data shouldn't be a chore. It should be the bridge that connects a teacher's observation to a parent's understanding.”
Yes. ShortHand was built by a teacher, for teachers. We use enterprise-grade encryption and Row Level Security so only you have access to your classroom data. No selling data, no surveillance, no sharing with third parties. AI processing is handled by providers who are contractually prohibited from using your data for anything beyond providing the service. Just your notes, locked to your account.
No. If you can send a text, you can use ShortHand. Logging a note takes about 2 seconds. It saves you hours of drafting emails, writing IEP updates, and trying to remember what happened three weeks ago.
No. You can import your roster from Google Classroom or a spreadsheet in minutes. There is no manual to read. Just open the app and start logging.
Absolutely. ShortHand makes grade-level collaboration and transition meetings much smoother. If your principal has questions about privacy or implementation, have them reach out directly.
ShortHand is a behavior and parent-communication tool built for K-12 teachers. Log what happened in seconds, then turn those notes into parent emails, progress reports, and meeting-ready summaries whenever you need them.
No. ShortHand is a Progressive Web App (PWA). It works in your browser on any device. You can add it to your home screen for a native app feel, but there's nothing to download from an app store.
ShortHand keeps your parent communication history organized in one place, including dates, details, and follow-ups. When you need to reach out, it can turn an existing note into a parent-ready draft. You review it, make any changes, and send it through your own email.
Yes. Color-coded status rings glow red when a student hasn't been logged in 16 or more days, amber at 9 to 15 days, and green if you've logged in the last 8 days. No student quietly slips through the cracks.
Yes. Try the guided demo with no account. Create a free account to use ShortHand with your own class. Pro is optional at $4.99/month, and new Pro users get a 30-day trial with no credit card.
New features ship regularly, built from real classroom experience and feedback from teachers actually using it.
Want to hear when something new lands? I'll only reach out when it's worth your time.
I've seen every classroom trend and every type of paperwork. This app is the solution to problems that actually exist in a real school.
My experience in behavior intervention means this app captures the nuances of student behavior that standard gradebooks often miss.
I know you don't have ten minutes to log a note. That's why every feature in this app is built to be finished in seconds.
Catch problems before they become calls home. Open the demo in your browser, then create a free account when you want to use ShortHand with your class. Pro is optional.
