HWDSB and its schools use SchoolMessenger to notify families about unexplained absences, as well as other important announcements.
Families can use the free SchoolMessenger app or website to choose how they wish to receive these messages – phone, email, app or text (standard rates apply). To opt in to HWDSB SMS text messages, text Y or YES to 978338.
Parents/guardians must ensure their contact information is updated. Please contact your child’s school to provide current information.
Resources
How to set your SchoolMessenger preferences – phone, email, text, app
School Messenger SMS FAQ – Parents
SMS Text Opt-In Flyer – explains how to opt in to text notifications
Updated on Wednesday, June 10, 2020.