SMS (Texting) Privacy Policy

Communicating with parents via SMS in Kentucky now requires extra care due to Senate Bill 181 (SB 181), which went into effect in 2025. This law mandates that all electronic communications between school staff and students be "traceable," but it also shifts the standard for how districts handle parent-facing communication platforms.

Opt-In:

  • You may opt-in of the Dayton Independent Schools SMS communications at any time by replying START to any school and/or district administrator direct number.

Dayton Independent Schools SMS Policy

Program Description: Dayton Independent Schools uses GoTo Connect to facilitate direct communication between school staff, and parents. We use this system exclusively for educational purposes, school-related updates, and direct responses to inquiries from parents to school and/or district administrators.

No Unsolicited Messaging: Dayton Independent Schools will not use the GoTo system to send unsolicited text messages or marketing materials. Text messaging is used only to:

  • Respond directly to inquiries initiated by parents or guardians.

NOTE: We utilize Infinite Campus messenger for all other types of communications - weather alerts, school event reminders, etc.

Privacy & Data Security: We value your privacy. Dayton Independent Schools will never sell, rent, or share cell phone numbers or any mobile opt-in data provided by parents/guardians to third parties or affiliates for any purpose.

Opt-Out:

  • You may opt-out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any message received.

  • Message and data rates may apply.

By providing your phone number, you agree to receive conversational messages from Dayton Independent Schools. Message frequency may vary. On average, 1-2 messages per month.

For help or support regarding SMS communications, please visit: https://www.dayton.kyschools.us/o/dis/page/sms-privacy-policy

Mobile Privacy Clause: "Mobile information will not be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties. Dayton Independent Schools does not sell or distribute phone numbers to outside entities."

By providing your phone number, you agree to receive conversational messages from Dayton Independent Schools. Message frequency may vary. On average, 1-2 messages per month.

  • To opt out of receiving messages, reply STOP at any time.

  • For help or more information, reply HELP or contact the school directly.

  • Message and data rates may apply.

  • For details on how your information is used, see the privacy policy at https://www.dayton.kyschools.us/o/dis/page/sms-privacy-policy