Whether you run a small private school or a large university, seamless communication with students and parents is essential. You may need to send last-minute updates or emergency alerts, and mass text messaging is a popular and convenient way to make these announcements. If you're considering this phone service, review its benefits in the guide below. 

Why Your School Needs a Mass Notification System

1. Send Schedule Updates

Last-minute changes will arise throughout the school year. A severe weather warning may force you to reschedule a sporting event, or parent-teacher conferences may need to be postponed due to sick staff members.

Mass messaging lets you send simple, immediate texts directly to parents, teachers, and students. These nonemergency updates save a lot of time and trouble, and you can quickly reorganize while keeping everyone on the same page.

2. Remind People of Deadlines 

There are critical deadlines that students and parents need to know about. Send out class registration deadlines and tuition payment reminders with the click of a button. Let parents know when report cards are released or use the phone service as a virtual school bell to remind students to head to class. 

This easy tool only requires the phone service software and a database of student and teacher phone numbers. A staff member can then program the software to send a mass text at a certain date and time to certain members of the list. Instead of spending the day making phone calls, your staff can focus on other responsibilities. 

3. Respond to Emergencies

A mass notification system can promptly alert students and parents of safety incidents. It can tell everyone to lockdown or head to a safe area if a suspicious person is seen on campus. You can also update everyone after hours about severe weather moving in or a virus outbreak at the school. This minimizes the amount of time that people are exposed to a threat. There are also two-way systems that allow students to report suspicious activities anonymously to reduce response times.

If you're ready to explore mass notification systems further, ACC Telecom provides cutting-edge telecom features to clients in Columbia, MD, and the Greater D.C. area. They’ve served the area since 1979, offering phone service upgrades, security camera systems, and telecommunications equipment. Start learning about all their solutions on their website, or call (410) 995-0101 to speak with a technician.