Starting on Monday, October 12, Winton will begin using a new text-based system called Attendance Pro to keep you informed when your child is absent, and to make it simple for you to respond, ask questions, and share notes, all without a phone call.

Here's what's new:

• You'll receive a text when your child is absent. A message will come from 1-208-927-1802. Please save this number in your contacts so you never miss it.

• You can text back directly. Reply to confirm an absence, share the reason, or ask a question. It's that simple.

• You can send photos of notes by text. Need to submit a parent note or a doctor's note? Just take a photo and text it to the same number. No need to drop anything off at the office.

The texts are powered by our AI attendance assistant, and every response goes directly to our attendance team and your child's record is updated accordingly.

If you have questions or need help, please reach out to us. We're grateful for your partnership and committed to making every school day count.