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Website & Communications Platform Updates: Finalsite's Composer and MXRE
Fort Bend ISD is continuing to modernize its digital tools to better serve campuses, staff, families, and the community. As part of this effort, we’re rolling out two important updates that tie into our district-wide web refresh. These updates are part of FBISD’s ongoing commitment to strong campus websites, clear communications, and a better digital experience for our entire school community.
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Mass Notifications Transitioning to Finalsite MXRE!
LAUNCH DATE: MARCH 15, 2026FBISD will also move its mass notification system from Blackboard to Finalsite MXRE (Messages, Email, SMS, and Robocalls Engine). MXRE integrates with the district’s websites, making communications more seamless and easier to manage.
Key features of MXRE
- Upgrades!
- A user-friendly, intuitive interface
- Enhanced message targeting and audience selection
- Delivery across email, text, and voice messages
- Stronger alignment between website updates and mass notifications
- Low learning curve: Messages XR Enterprise is the go-forward product for Mass Notifications users. The product and functionality are exactly the same, just with an updated interface and some new features!
- No downtime: the upgrade process is quick and requires no effort on the day of the upgrade.
- No change to how you log in: Your URL will stay the same!
- All of your data, templates, and scheduled sends remain the same: No need to worry about moving data or templates. All of your information stays put and scheduled sends will remain active.
Finalsite MXRE Training
- Here is the Official Finalsite MXRE Quickstart Guide
- Here is Knowledge Base MXRE Training
- Here is the MXRE System Walk-Thru
- Upgrades!
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ALL FBISD Websites Moving to Composer!
TARGET LAUNCH DATE JUNE 12, 2026All FBISD campuses will transition to Finalsite Composer on June 12, 2026, a redesigned website platform that makes it easier to build engaging, consistent, and user-friendly school websites.
All-New Website Highlights
- Re-Designed and Upgraded: A fresh, modern look across district and campus sites
- Improved Look-and-Feel: Enhanced page layouts and visual storytelling tools
- Simplified content management with a familiar editing experience
- Improved mobile responsiveness for families accessing sites on phones and tablets
- Accessibility across the district's web presence
This upgrade will allow campuses to “level up” their websites while keeping navigation and content clear and consistent across the district.
Finalsite Composer Training
- CWA Transition Call on 2.26
- DWA Training: Week of 3.9-3.12
Finalsite Webmaster Help Desk
- DWAs will have access to an in-person help desk in Admin 213 beginning 6.16.26
- CWAs will receive on-campus support beginning August 4. Additional CWA training TBD
WEBSITE - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Why is FBISD making this change?
The transition to Finalsite Composer will improve how our community accesses information by providing:
- Easier navigation and clearer organization
- Better performance and reliability
- Improved accessibility
- Mobile-first design for phones and tablets
- A more consistent experience across all FBISD websites
This change supports more effective communication with students, families, staff, and the community.
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What is changing?
Fort Bend ISD is transitioning from our current website platform, Finalsite Web Community Manager (WCM), to Finalsite Composer, a new district-wide website platform. This transition will result in updated websites for the district, campuses, departments, and programs.
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When will the new websites launch?
The transition will take place June 12, 2026, with phased communication, preparation, and training throughout the spring semester. Specific launch timelines will be shared as we move closer to implementation.
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Will all campuses and departments get new websites?
Yes. This is a districtwide transition. All campuses, departments, and programs will move to the new platform to ensure consistency and ease of use across FBISD.
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Will website addresses (URLs) change?
Yes. As part of our transition to Composer, we’re also moving from a .com domain to .gov. That means our subdomains will change as well. For example, what used to be fortbendisd.com/chs will become the cleaner, more secure format: chs.fortbendisd.gov.
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Will content from current websites be moved to the new platform?
Yes but there are limits. Existing content will be migrated as part of the transition process, but files, inactive pages, expired pages, and icons will not migrate. This also provides an opportunity to refresh, streamline, and improve how information is presented.
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How will this affect staff who manage website content?
Staff who update or manage website content will receive:
• Clear timelines
• Training on Finalsite Composer
• Clear guidance and support throughout the transition
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Will families need to do anything?
No action is required at this time. Families will continue to access school and district information as usual. Any changes that impact users will be clearly communicated ahead of time.
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How does this improve accessibility?
Finalsite Composer is designed to better support accessibility standards, helping ensure website content is usable for individuals with diverse needs and assistive technologies.
