The roots of Genesis Educational Services grew in New Jersey. In the early 2000s, lifelong friends and business partners Rick Smith and Rich Dilts set out to create a web-based Student Record System for K-12 school districts in New Jersey. Having previously developed and supported multiple student record programs (SAMS, Scholars, and STARS) and with experience working alongside major computer manufacturers, they assembled a team of New Jersey-based professionals to build what became the Genesis Student Information System.
Our growth in
New Jersey.
After launching in 12 districts, Rick and Rich expanded Genesis by building a seasoned staff of experts from across the state’s educational community. With the addition of a dedicated Help Desk, Implementation Team, and Systems Support Department, the company grew quickly and established itself as the trusted choice for school district information management in New Jersey.
This dedication to client support and compliance with state requirements positioned Genesis as the leading provider of student record software in New Jersey. Today, the Genesis Student Information System supports over 280 school districts statewide.
Expanding with SchoolFi
Building on the success of the SIS, Rick and Rich developed SchoolFi, a web-based solution for school business offices. Created in collaboration with Business Administrators, HR Directors, and Payroll Administrators, SchoolFi includes Human Resources, Staff Evaluations, Payroll, and Budgetary Accounting. Like the SIS, it was designed specifically for New Jersey schools, supported by a fully staffed Help Desk and Implementation Team.
Our Ongoing Commitment
Genesis Educational Services remains committed to providing a complete, fully integrated suite of administrative solutions for New Jersey school districts. The company continues to enhance its products, expand its staff, and improve support for its growing client base.
Though founder Rick Smith passed in 2023, his vision and dedication remain at the heart of the company. Today, Rich Dilts and the Genesis team honor his legacy by ensuring that Genesis software remains current, efficient, and backed by outstanding support.
Discover our
legacy.
Learn more about Genesis educational services and how our New Jersey-based team continues to shape the future of school district information management. From student information systems to SchoolFi, every solution is built with the strength, compliance, and support your district deserves.