Homeroom for Android

Homeroom — Private sharing for classroom life

Homeroom is an Android app from Cluster Apps designed to let teachers share classroom moments with families without exposing those photos and videos to social networks. Staff can post images and clips to class-specific albums that only invited parents and teachers can access, keeping everyday classroom life off the open internet.

Main features at a glance

• Invite other teachers to co-manage a class album.
• Upload videos and photos quickly from a phone or tablet.
• Set up a dedicated album for each class to keep content organized.
• Receive push notifications when new items are added so everyone stays informed.
• Allow parents to react and leave comments to encourage conversation.

Typical teacher workflow

Teachers create an album for a class, invite colleagues who teach the same students, then add photos or short videos as the day progresses. Content is grouped by class so it’s easy to find later, and multiple staff members can contribute to the same album.

How parents can participate

• Get alerts whenever new media is posted.
• Leave comments to start or continue a conversation with teachers and other caregivers.
• Tap a like or reaction to acknowledge a post. Parents see only the albums they’re invited to, which keeps discussions private within the classroom community.

Privacy and permissions

• External storage (for uploading and saving media) is requested only when needed.
• Access to contacts is used selectively to help teachers invite caregivers.
• Location access is requested sparingly and only for features that require it.
• Network permissions are necessary to upload and sync album content. All photos, videos and messages are visible only to invited participants, not to public social feeds.

Platforms and cost

Homeroom is available free of charge and can be used on Android devices as well as through a web interface, making it accessible to teachers and families with different devices.

Alternative to consider

OmeTV (free) is sometimes suggested as an alternative; it’s a general-purpose video chat app rather than a classroom-focused, private album tool, so evaluate its privacy model and intended use before choosing it for school-related sharing.

Quick summary

Homeroom provides a simple, private way for educators to share classroom moments and for parents to stay connected. Its focus on controlled access and minimal, on-demand permissions makes it a convenient option for schools wanting to keep student life off public social platforms.