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SchoolMessenger - TEXT Message Directions

 

Estherville Lincoln Central CSD is now using a new electronic communication system, called SchoolMessenger, which allows parents to receive district and school communications electronically through voice, email and text messages. The District will use the system in the event of heat or snow closure alerts, classroom updates and other school event announcements.

To Receive Text Messages:

Text messages will be sent to parents who opt-in to receiving text messages.   If you wish to opt-in to receiving text messages from ELC, please send a text to the short code 68453 with the word "SUBSCRIBE" in the body of the text.  After sending, you will receive a response text indicating that you have been registered.

If you sent a text to 68453 and did not receive a response that you are registered, you may not have short code messaging enabled on your mobile account. To test, text HELP to 68453.  If you still do not receive a response, please contact your phone provider. 

To update your cell phone number, please contact the main office at your child’s school. 

 

 


 

SchoolMessenger - Frequently Asked Questions

How do I sign up for SchoolMessenger?

There is no need to sign up for SchoolMessenger. The contact information you submitted at registration is used by SchoolMessenger for sending messages. Please ensure that you do not block messages from SchoolMessenger and that you provided contact information at registration that allows the school to contact you in case of an emergency. If you need to make changes to your contact information please call the school office.  Please note, it may take up to 24 hours for the information to change in the SchoolMessenger system. 

 

**If you have added your child's cell phone or e-mail address they will receive these messages.**

 

What type of messages will I receive from SchoolMessenger?

SchoolMessenger will be used to send everything from heat and snow closure alerts to attendance messages and classroom updates and school event announcements. Parents may also receive notices about student's progress in school. 

 

Is SchoolMessenger secure?

Your student's information is stored on a secure server and all personal data is sent in an encrypted format.  

 

How can I activate text messaging?

To start receiving text messages from the school via SchoolMessenger, you must provide a active phone number that can receive text messages, done either at registration OR by calling the school offices and indicate text messages (SMS) as a preference. Then activate the text message account by texting the word SUBSCRIBE to 68453.

 

*Estherville Lincoln Central CSD does not pay for text message charges that may be incurred by the user. Check with your cell phone provider for possible charges.

 

Can I receive information on my students at a long distance number?

Yes!  Messages, however, cannot be sent to telephone extensions.

Estherville Lincoln Central Community School District does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, physical attributes, physical or mental ability or disability, military affiliation, political party preference, socioeconomic status, or familial status. Inquiries or grievances may be directed to Mrs. Tara Paul, Superintendent, 1814 7th Avenue, Estherville, Iowa 51334. tara.paul@elc-csd.org 712-362-2692

La Escuela Comunitaria Estherville Lincoln Central no descrimina basandose en el raza, color, credo, origen nacional, religion, sexo, identidad de genero, edad, discapacidad, estatus marital, orientacion sexual, atributos fisicos, discapacidad o capacidad mental, afiliacion militar, preferencias por partido politico, estatus socioeconomico, o estatus familiar. Consultas o quejas pueden ser dirigidas a la Sra. Tara Paul, Superintendente, 1814 7th Avenue, Estherville, Iowa 51334. tara.paul@elc-csd.org 712-362-2692

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