And it's a good way for parents to leave messages for teachers. Costello explains that ParentLink has many applications. For example, he says, staff have recorded messages containing everything from trivia quizzes to weekly classroom reports by students. And new ideas come up regularly. But the benefits of the voice processing system extend beyond teachers and parents.
Students often call in while studying or completing homework.
Some teachers even update their mail boxes to provide information that cannot be heard in class. And, if a student is absent, a quick call to ParentLink lets them know exactly what was missed. Finally, as a reward for good work, students are allowed to record the classroom updates. These entertaining messages generate even more interest in the system from students. Parents have already grown so accustomed to ParentLink that they'll call the district office if messages are not updated regularly.