Every campus needs their logo displayed as proudly as their students feel. To walk onto the campus of where their forefathers have walked and to feel the pride of a high education. This same feeling should go into making and showing off your logo to the world. These reasons and more will make finding a good quality sign company high on your priority list.
Table of Contents
- Importance of Signage for Schools
- School Sign Types
- Uses for School Signs
- What Type of Digital School Sign Should I Order?
- Tips for School Signage
- Custom School Sign Design
- Requirements for School Signs
Importance of Signage for Schools
Integrated Signs knows how to show off your logo and to do so in such a manner that gives the reader direction and a sense of feeling. These attributes are necessary when created the identification signage, wayfinding, directories and all the way down to the cubicle signs. We make sure your needs are not only met on campus but are exceeded in a way that gives pride to the students as well as the faculty.
Common Types of School Signs
Update your indoor and outdoor school signs to create a complete look around your school’s campus.
Professionally Designed School Signs
Professionally designed school signs help identify your school to visitors and communicate upcoming events to the community. Integrated Signs specializes in various professionally designed signs for schools.
We carry out all duties in-house — fabrication, design and installation — so you can get everything you need in one place. Our team of specialists has a wealth of knowledge that can help you turn your 2D images into eye-catching and durable 3D masterpieces.
Professionally designed signs are a staple for every school — make sure yours achieves the optimal impact with Integrated Signs.
School Entrance Signs
School entrance signs are ideal for welcoming visitors and informing the community about events, announcements and more. You can even create a new school sign with a monument or a pole sign or LED sign. A custom entrance sign from Integrated Signs is made with the best materials and finishes to withstand the elements and the test of time.
School Parking Lot Signs
Organize traffic with parking lot signs to show where buses stop and where students can park. With signs on a playground, you can remind young students of safety rules to ensure they have a fun and safe experience. Update the look of your school name signs around the exterior of the building to enhance school spirit.
LED Monument School Signs
LED monument school signs provide the essential means of communication between schools’ teachers, students, parents and community. Monument-style signs establish a masonry-inspired look that complements more traditional architecture.
Made from durable and modern materials, these school signs ensure an attractive, classic appearance. Simple to install and easily transported, these prefabricated sign systems have a 100% acrylic textured finish that stands up to harsh weather, impacts and fading.
Integrated Signs offers custom designs constructed with various materials to meet your vision.
Freestanding Digital School Signs
Freestanding digital school signs are merely freestanding structures that can be built in double- or single-sided configurations.
Also known as pylon school marquee signs, freestanding school signs feature three main components. These include the ID Cabinet, the LED or EMC design, and the Pedestal.
Integrated Signs provides freestanding digital school signs that are custom-built to any height to ensure your needs are met.
Wall-Mounted School Signs
Wall-mounted school signs are the perfect solution if you need a high-visibility logo that can be built in any pitch, resolution or size.
These signs are also a great low-budget option if your school has limited space between the campus building and road. Wall-mounted signs allow you to display logos and graphics for passing visitors and come in various sign face constructions.
Integrated Signs will work with your school to build attractive, durable wall-mounted cabinet signs to make your school stand out.
LED Retro-Fit School Signs
LED retrofit installations use existing structures on your property to increase student pride and inform the community of your school events. Examples of existing materials often utilized for these installations include wooden frames, masonry or brick columns, or steel supports.
School LED signs improve communication, allow you to broadcast from multiple outlets, enhance recruitment efforts, support your athletic programs and fundraising efforts, and provide dynamic infotainment.
Outdoor School LED Signs
Outdoor school LED signs are revered for their ability to project a dynamic presence into the community.
When you choose Integrated Signs as your digital school sign manufacturer, you’ll benefit from state-of-the-art sign technology combined with unsurpassed service and quality. Our design professionals will work with you to create a customized sign face that will leave a lasting impression.
LED school signs deliver extraordinary outreach into the community. Investing in an outdoor school LED sign will show your parents, students, staff and prospective new hires that your institution has its sights set on the future.
Changeable Letter or Electronic Marquee Signs for Schools
Your school is unique — your changeable letter sign should reflect that! These signs are often viewed as a long-term economical solution and are a great way to keep the community engaged in school activities and events.
A high-quality changeable letter sign from Integrated Signs will increase event participation, garner support from the public, work as an effective means of communication, make a great first and lasting impression, and identify your school as a beacon in your community.
The options are endless when it comes to posting information on your school’s digital marquee sign. You can provide general information like the weather, share the lunch menu, remind parents of important upcoming dates like half days, post the schedule, share photos and videos, post school or event contact information, and more.
With regular maintenance, your digital marquee sign will last approximately 100,000 hours or 11 years. However, by taking precautionary actions such as shutting your school marquee sign off at night, you can double the life span of your display!
So what does ongoing maintenance entail? You can:
- Use an electronics-safe cleaning solution and microfiber cloth to wipe down your sign periodically.
- Train your maintenance staff on how to carry out an annual inspection. You can also hire an LED tech to check the hardware, components and connectors.
Light Box Signs
Light box signs have two main strengths: boosting awareness and graphic appeal.
Identify your school with style and become a source of civic pride with signature models from Integrated Signs. Make your presence known to the community with your school’s custom branding on an illuminated box sign!
Indoor LED Signs
The benefits of indoor LED signs for your school are multifaceted. These school signs can enhance student and teacher communications, spread safety information around campus, promote school and athletic activities, and provide public notifications of school and community events.
Look to LED indoor electronic signs to create awareness of birthdays, safety messages, upcoming events, schedule changes and important announcements. Typical installation locations for indoor LED school signs include:
- Libraries
- Waiting rooms
- Conference rooms
- Hallways
- Cafeterias
- Lobbies
Channel Letter Signs for Schools
A channel letter sign can broadcast any number or letter. These three-dimensional signs for schools are made up of an individual structure and separate illumination for a clean, finished look.
Channel letter signs can be customized to embrace a wide variety of sizes, fonts and colors, and are highly sought-after by schools looking to draw onlookers’ immediate attention. The basic characters include numbers, letters, punctuation and other symbols. Each element is constructed from lightfast materials to ensure long-lasting use and maintain its appearance.
Directory & Directional Signs for Campuses & Schools
Create custom indoor school signs such as a campus directory and arrange directional signs so students, faculty, staff and visitors can easily navigate the building. We have 2D and 3D options for lobby signs and banners to welcome visitors and showcase school achievements. If your school holds sports events or after-hours activities, outdoor and indoor school signage can help everyone find their way around campus.
Code Signs
You can increase inclusion and accessibility in your school with code signs. Inside, this signage identifies common rooms and emergency evacuation routes. Exterior code signs, like handicapped parking signage, are also essential. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that signs be conveniently located and easy to read through both sight and tactile touch.
We stay up to date with the latest ADA guidelines, ensuring that your new signs are safe and compliant.
Sports Stadium Signs
Sports stadium signs are excellent for schools that are big on sports, providing spectators with an indication that they’re in the right place. If your school has a large sports complex, you can use stadium signs to direct visitors to parking lots and entrances or use them as row markers to guide ticket-holders to their seats.
Theater Signs
You can enhance your school’s theater program and boost revenue with eye-catching theater signage. With a flashy LED sign, you can promote upcoming productions, announce casting calls and direct audience members to significant locations like parking lots, entrances, exits and restrooms.
Uses for School Signs
Marquee signs have many uses for schools, including:
- Provide schedule reminders to students and staff
- Build excitement for upcoming special events
- Highlight your campus directory and virtual tours
- Celebrate hard-working teachers and staff members
- Share helpful tips for students and the community
- Alert students and teachers about emergencies
- Provide pertinent information such as key events and daily quotes
- Announce upcoming sporting events and extracurricular activities
What Type of Digital School Sign Should I Order?
As schools are one of our top customers, our team at Integrated Signs will be able to talk you through the best options for your institution.
When looking for an LED logo or a marquee sign for your school, it’s essential to consider your communication goals, the logo or graphics you’d like to display, and whether an HD sign or text-only scrolling sign will do.
Integrated Signs offers various solutions, from school LED signs and school marquee signs to freestanding digital and wall-mounted displays. If you are torn between two or more sign types, know that you can layer more than one school sign!
Tips for Effective School Signage
To make the most of your custom school signs, there are a few key considerations you can keep in mind.
1. Keep It Simple
Signs with too much text or information can be difficult to read. The best way to display messages effectively is to keep signage simple and concise, conveying news and instructions in as few words as possible. It’s a good rule of thumb to stick to two to five words at most.
2. Boost Morale
School should be a place where students feel celebrated and supported. You can increase school spirit and morale by displaying signs that recognize student achievements and offer words of encouragement to student groups. For example, you can use electronic signs for schools to honor students who received an important award or wish a sports team good luck before a big tournament.
3. Convey Information
You can use signs to bring value to students and faculty by communicating practical information that pertains to them, such as alerts and upcoming events. School signs are effective tools for displaying notifications that keep them updated and informed, including:
- Weather warnings.
- Pep rallies.
- Early dismissals.
- School closings.
- Sports games.
- Special activities.
- School dances.
4. Incorporate Images
As the age-old adage states, a picture is worth a thousand words. Adding stimulating graphics and images is a powerful way to enhance your message and connect with the community. Your photo tells a story, while the accompanying text conveys the message.
5. Consider Color
Color is a major contributor to mood and emotion. When you’re designing your custom school signs, be sure to note which colors have the most positive effect on students. Generally, younger children tend to enjoy warm, bright colors, while muted blues and greens promote better concentration for middle school-aged students and up.
You might also want to consider the function of your signage as you choose colors. Signs that indicate off-limits areas, for example, should be eye-catching for safety purposes.
You can also incorporate your school colors into your school property signs to create a visual identity for your institution and exhibit school pride.
Custom School Sign Design
Integrated Signs is a full-service sign company and a one-stop stop for all your signage needs. Our team can design, manufacture and install custom school signs that capture your school’s spirit. First, we work with you to learn more about your school and student body as well as your logo. This information will help us create custom designs for various sign options.
Our design team will come up with different ideas and show you illustrations to choose from. Throughout the process, we will keep in mind your building’s architecture and school colors to ensure the signage complements the look of your building. Once you sign off on the final design, we can begin the manufacturing process. We will also obtain all necessary permits and get consent from the landlord after your approval of the design.
At Integrated Signs, we keep you informed every step of the way. You will know exactly where we are in the process, from working on the initial design plans to installing the finishing touches of each sign.
Requirements for School Signs
Every school is concerned with safety and compliance. Integrated Signs has experience creating signs that are compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations. We will ensure that your school stays within your city’s zoning regulations throughout the process. Integrated Signs works to ensure we attain all permits and every sign is within regulation.
We at Integrated Signs look forward to speaking with you as you enhance your school’s brand identity. Request a quote below or call us today to learn how Integrated Signs can help your school design custom school signs.