PORTLAND, Ore. - July 10, 2025 - PRLog -- 321 Insight, the nation's leading provider of training for K-12 education support staff, is proud to announce the official launch of two new products: StartSharp and StaffSharp. These on-demand training tools are designed to help school districts effectively onboard, support, and retain classified staff (paraeducators, bus drivers, front office, cafeteria, custodial and security staff) - from day one through every stage of their career.
These latest innovations build on the success of ParaSharp and ParaSharp Plus, 321 Insight's flagship training programs for paraeducators and their teachers who work with them. Already in use in hundreds of schools across the country, these tools have transformed how districts train and support their staff to better meet the needs of today's students.
"Classified staff are essential to school culture and student success, but they've historically been overlooked when it comes to meaningful training," said Alia Jackson, CEO of 321 Insight. "With StartSharp and StaffSharp, we're giving district and school leaders powerful, practical tools to ensure their support staff feel confident, prepared, and respected."
StartSharp is a role-specific onboarding solution that helps new hires hit the ground running. Through brief, engaging videos (5 minutes or less), classified staff learn the foundational skills they need to work in school settings - everything from job expectations to understanding behavior to professional communication.
StaffSharp delivers ongoing professional development throughout the year, covering critical topics such as addressing challenging behavior, building relationships, co-regulation, and building safe and welcoming environments through 5-10 minute videos. Its micro-training format makes it easy to integrate into existing routines, and its focus on real-life application makes it stick.
Both products reflect 321 Insight's commitment to making professional development accessible, relevant, and respectful of staff time and expertise. With flexible licensing and implementation support, districts can easily use these tools for onboarding, HR remediation, or ongoing staff development.
"We've seen the impact ParaSharp has had on paraeducators across the country - greater confidence, better student outcomes, and stronger retention," said Jackson. "Now, we're bringing that same level of care and quality to all classified staff."
To learn more about StartSharp, StaffSharp, or 321 Insight's full suite of professional development tools, visit www.321insight.com.
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