BrightLog is a web‑based platform that lets Florida high school students digitally log volunteer and paid work hours, collect required signatures with a single tap, and generate district‑compliant reports for Bright Futures scholarship applications. The cloud‑based system provides real‑time backup, a built‑in checklist for each school district, and exportable PDFs, eliminating paper spreadsheets and reducing counselor rejections.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Florida high school students must log volunteer and paid work hours to qualify for the Bright Futures scholarship, but the process relies on paper spreadsheets and manual signature collection, leading to lost records, missed deadlines, and counselor rejections.
Solution
BrightLog offers a web‑based platform that lets students record each work hour digitally, automatically request and capture required signatures with a single tap, and generate a district‑compliant log ready for counselor submission. All data are stored securely in the cloud, eliminating the need for physical paperwork and reducing the risk of lost or incomplete records. The system provides a customized checklist for each Florida school district, ensuring that the final log meets all state requirements. Students can download a complete, formatted report and supporting documents to submit confidently to their counselors, streamlining the scholarship eligibility workflow.
Target Audience
Primary users are Florida high school students seeking Bright Futures scholarship eligibility, and their school counselors who need accurate, compliant work‑hour documentation.
Features
- Cloud‑based hour tracking with real‑time backup and easy access from any device
- One‑tap digital signature collection that works without requiring a separate app or account
- Automatic generation of district‑specific, compliant logs and supporting documentation
- Exportable PDF reports formatted for counselor review and submission
- Built‑in checklist aligned to each Florida school district’s Bright Futures requirements