The Bear Den

About

About

The Bear Den is a centralized mobile application developed specifically for Cypress Fairbanks ISD (CFISD) to provide students, parents, and teachers with critical tools to manage school-related activities and information. The project was born out of a need for a comprehensive platform that consolidates various academic and extracurricular resources into one user-friendly interface.

Key Features:

Grade Tracking and Transcript Viewing: One of the core features of The Bear Den is the ability for students and parents to check their grades in real-time. The app integrates with the school's grading system to provide instant updates on academic performance, including individual assignment grades, class averages, and overall GPA. Additionally, students can view and request official transcripts through the app.
Club and Event Information:
The app offers a detailed calendar of school events, as well as information on various clubs and extracurricular activities. Students can explore club offerings, join new activities, and stay updated on upcoming events such as competitions, meetings, and social events.
User-Centered Design:
Emphasizing user-centered design, the app is intuitive and designed with high school students, parents, and teachers in mind. The layout is clean and easy to navigate, ensuring that users of all tech abilities can access the information they need without unnecessary complexity.
Iterative Development:
The Bear Den was developed using an iterative process, where feedback from students and teachers was continuously incorporated to refine the app's design and functionality. This ongoing collaboration ensured that the platform met the real-world needs of the school community.

By providing a one-stop solution for grade tracking, club management, and event updates, The Bear Den makes it easier for students to stay on top of their academic and extracurricular lives, helping them remain organized and engaged in school life.

Skills Used

Skills Used

Expo Go
Firebase
React Native
GitHub
npm
TypeScript
Node.js
Android Studio
StyleSheet
TestFlight
Terminal
API