Homepage Flash
Flash technology combined with stunning imagery makes an incredible first impression on prospective families, potential donors, and interested job applicants. Silverpoint strives to achieve the right balance between the marketing impact of homepage Flash with the needs and convenience of the repeat visitor. If your school is considering Flash on the homepage, we will take the time to explore the options, the benefits, and the drawbacks of this fun, eye-catching design element.
Baylor School
The Baylor School homepage features a slideshow designed around the theme "Baylor Leads". Captions next to the slideshow fade in and out in relationship to the images. View Site
The Potomac School
The star attraction of the Potomac School homepage is a set of images that flip like a stack snapshots. Combined with the rich color pallate and the related captions, the homepage conveys the vibrant spirit of Potomac. View Site
St. Mark's School
This homepage features a slideshow in the header, with captions to the left of each image. Another remarkable feature is the "Click to collapse" link in the header that allows users to "roll up" the header and see more of the news and events should they choose. View Site
The Roxbury Latin School
A gentle dissolve allows the viewer to see the many facets of a boy’s life at Roxbury Latin without messaging. View Site
Westtown School
Homepage flash with navigation creates a three dimensional look. The slideshow is enhanced by bringing figures into the foreground and "out of the box." At the end of the flash piece, the school has included audio for propective students and parents. View Site
The Columbus School for Girls
A simple flash slideshow is enhanced with textural elements and styling that add dimension, framing and compliment the vivid color. The effect is a natural artistic quality with a scrapbook theme which includes the navigation. View Site
The Schenck School
The Schenck School logo implies painted brushstrokes, and so does the homepage design. Pictures in this flash slideshow are united by a focus on the individual with an out of focus background that creates light and brightens the scene. View Site
Cincinnati Country Day
Cincinnati Country Day has a slideshow accompanied by quotations that appear in a separate window. The viewer can advance through the slideshow at their own pace or allow the flash piece to gently progress. The use of color and bold texting highlights the school’s mission and its commitment to individuality. Flash navigation is also used effectively to increase dimension and movement. View Site
Notre Dame Preparatory School
A moving column of light illuminates the flash homepage for Notre Dame Preparatory. The messaging also has movement that draws tasteful attention to the school’s values. View Site
St. Paul's Grammar School
A band of light at the bottom of the slides in this piece creates the right contrast for the messaging and is in harmony with the school colors. View Site
Frederick Community College
The profiles on the Frederick Community College are inviting and interactive. Alumni are featured and a "see them then" button brings up old photos that are fun and full of human interest. View Site