Textra Anti-Bullying Technology
- 1. Anti-Bullying Technology A Monitored Anonymous Reporting Tool for Bystanders Empowering Youth To End Bullying
- 2. • SMS Message : Short Message Service, aka “Text Messaging” our messages sent from mobile devices and are 160 characters in length and is most commonly referred to as “Texting.” • Common Shortcode : Short numeric numbers (typically 4-6 digits) to which text messages can be sent from a mobile phone. Wireless subscribers send text messages to common shortcodes with relevant keywords to access a wide variety of mobile content. • Keyword: A word or name used to distinguish a targeted message within a shortcode service. Text “HORIZONBULLY” to 31681, Text “HTESBULLY” to 31681, Text “STALLIONSALERTS” to 31681 • Opt-in: The process where the subscriber provides explicit consent after receiving a mobile alert. • Opt-out: The process through which a subscriber revokes consent after receiving a mobile alert. An example of an opt-out process includes, but is not limited to, a subscriber replying to an SMS message with the word “STOP.” DEFINITION OF TERMS
- 3. • Introduction & Background • Products & Services • How it Works • Informational Mobile Website • Benefits • Summary OVERVIEW E-RATE FUNDED QUALIFIED PRODUCT
- 4. Mobile messaging technology enables users to communicate in an asynchronous manner, where messages are stored in the network and delivered to the recipient as soon as the recipient’s mobile phone can receive it. Once delivered, the message resides on the users’ mobile phone. SMS (Short Messaging Service) allows a mobile user to send and receive a text message of up to 160 characters across virtually any operator network. This service is also referred to as “text messaging” or “texting”. All mobile phones shipped over the past few years support SMS. INTRODUCTION & BACKGROUND
- 5. SMS Platform: A mobile enabled, customized database strategy that allows for the delivery of mobile alert services through our unique software. Anti-Bullying: An anonymous communication between students and faculty to report bullying acts on and off campus. PRODUCTS & SERVICES Effective Efficient Easy to Use
- 6. HOW IT WORKS… ANTI-BULLYING Student contacts the Anti-Bully text line “HHSBULLY” to 31681 Student receives an invite to text the situation Faculty and student have an anonymous “Texting Conversation” “Texting Conversation” is stored and can be reviewed Students use the system on and off campus extending protection
- 7. INFORMATIONAL MOBILE WEBSITE Includes Information Regarding Bullying School Specific Incorporates Anti-Bullying Communication Tools Available As A Shortcut On Most Smartphones Hosting And Updates Included
- 8. All students will be aware that there is an anonymous way to report bullying on and off campus Overall reduction in bullying on campus Piece of mind for parents and students More productive students with less worries Gives students an efficient and effective way to communicate concerns Non-confrontational approach Solves an ongoing problem Overall safety and security BENEFITS
- 9. Textra has solved an ongoing issue on campuses all across the country with our own patented and copyrighted SMS Software. We are confident that with the right communication avenue students will report unfortunate bullying incidents and will not feel alone on campus. Each school location will have access to their own database with reporting options. All text conversations and alerts are stored with time and date stamping and can be reviewed at anytime. Minimal manpower investment as the text messages from students can be monitored from any web enabled device. Minimal investment for student, parent and faculty piece of mind. Mobile website included in the program. SUMMARY E-RATE FUNDED QUALIFIED PRODUCT
- 10. Jonathan Janas, Founder Textra Mobile Office: 480.628.3727 Direct: 602.999.5100 Email: jon@textramobile.com I look forward to working with you! CONTACT INFORMATION