Is there a recommended template for the first email blast that announces the website?

Hi FreddyB, Welcome to the forums!

While there is not a template offered by Class Creator, one of our fellow admins may offer a copy of one they have once they read your post.

As the first email blast is meant to draw your members to the site, I suggest making your email upbeat, informative and more... but do not give full stories. Give them a taste of what is to be found... making them wanting MORE!

One thing you can add is something that says... let's warm up for the reunion! Or mention the site as... our official online home where we can make everyday a reunion!

I made the following clip of photos as a teaser in an Email the Class (newsletter). There was a heading to this:

On TAP, I sent this in an email (newsletter). It was obviously a reminder about upcoming holidays but there was more to be found on TAP:

While this does not give you a template, I hope it helps some.