Talking Points
How It Works
Talking Points syncs with PowerSchool, the district’s student information system. The email address and cell phone number you provided during your student’s registration are automatically synced with Talking Points. This ensures that you receive important updates directly from your child’s school and teachers.
Updating Contact Information
To ensure you continue receiving messages, it’s important to keep your contact information accurate and up to date. If you need to update your email address or phone number, please contact your child’s school office to make the necessary changes in PowerSchool.
Getting Started with Talking Points
- Receiving Messages: You don’t need to download an app to receive messages. Text messages will be sent directly to your phone using the contact information synced from PowerSchool.
- Replying to Messages: Simply reply to the text message to communicate directly with your child’s teacher.
- Language Support: Talking Points offers translation services in multiple languages, making it easier for non-English-speaking parents to communicate.
Key Features of Talking Points
- Multilingual Support: Automatic translation of messages into the preferred language of the parent.
- Two-Way Communication: Allows parents and teachers to engage in direct conversations.
- Mobile Accessibility: Parents can receive and respond to messages via the Talking Points mobile app or SMS.
How Talking Points Works for Your Family
- English-Speaking Families: You will receive all communications in English.
- Non-English Speaking Families: You will receive communications in the language you selected during registration.
- Families with Different Language Needs:
- If you speak a language but may not be able to read in that language, downloading the Talking Points app allows you to select a language that best suits your needs.
- If you choose to wait until you receive your first message, it will be sent in the language you selected during registration. If the language needs to be adjusted, we can easily make changes from our end to better accommodate your preferences.
Getting Started with Talking Points
1. Download the App:
- iOS: Download from the App Store
- Android: Download from Google Play
2. Set Up Your Account:
- Open the Talking Points app and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your account.
- Enter your phone number or email associated with your child’s school records.
3. Select Your Preferred Language:
- During setup, choose the language in which you would like to receive messages.
4. Start Communicating:
- Once set up, you can start receiving and sending messages to your child’s teachers directly through the app or via SMS.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I receive messages through Talking Points?
- You will receive messages on the cellphone number you registered your child with. These messages will come through either SMS or the Talking Points app, depending on your preference. Make sure your contact information is up to date with your child’s school.
What if I don’t have a smartphone?
- You can still receive and send messages via SMS without the need for the Talking Points app.
Can I use Talking Points on a desktop computer?
Is there a cost to use Talking Points?
- Talking Points is free for parents. Messages sent via SMS will be treated as standard text messages by your phone carrier. However, for the best experience, we recommend downloading and using the Talking Points smartphone app. The app offers additional features like language selection and message history, enhancing your communication with the school.
Can I change the language in which I receive messages?
- Yes, you can change your preferred language in the Talking Points app settings or by informing your child’s school.
How do I know if my message was received by the teacher?
- The Talking Points app shows whether a message has been sent and received. If using SMS, you will receive a confirmation that your message was delivered.