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Business Wire
30-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Springtown ISD Enhances Emergency Response with Raptor's Wearable Panic Alert System
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Raptor Technologies, the trusted leader in school safety and student wellbeing solutions, announced today that Springtown Independent School District has chosen to enhance campus safety with the adoption of Raptor® Badge Alert, a wearable panic alert system that empowers staff to request help instantly from anywhere on campus. Fully integrated with Raptor Technologies' Emergency Management platform, the product streamlines communication and coordination during emergencies, improving response time and providing full visibility for safety teams and first responders. The district is rolling out Raptor Badge Alert across all campuses, giving every staff member, including substitutes, an intuitive, reliable way to initiate alerts and stay connected to emergency protocols. Compliant with the Texas silent panic alert technology mandate and designed specifically for K–12 environments, Raptor Badge Alert is a scalable, fully managed product that helps schools meet evolving safety needs and protect their communities. "Springtown ISD was proud to be the first district in the nation to pilot Raptor Badge Alert, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. From day one, the Raptor team has gone above and beyond with their support and responsiveness. Implementation was smooth, setup was handled for us, and our team was up and running quickly,' said Amanda Lanicek, Chief Technology Officer at Springtown ISD. 'We are grateful to partner with a team as dedicated and responsive as Raptor Technologies!' Enabling Faster, More Reliable Emergency Communication Raptor Badge Alert is a one-button wearable device that connects directly to Raptor's Emergency Management platform. Staff can discreetly signal for help, instantly sending alert details, such as type of emergency and location, to administrators, security personnel, and 911-connected responders. With this deployment, Springtown ISD joins a growing number of districts investing in multi-layered emergency communication strategies that go beyond traditional desktop or app-based products. Raptor's Emergency Management Suite unifies incident mapping, real-time accountability, and reunification products that empower teams to manage every phase of an emergency from a single platform. 'We're proud to partner with Springtown ISD to deliver technology that empowers staff and accelerates response times,' said Chris Noell, Chief Product Officer. 'Together, we're building a safer school environment. One that's proactive, connected, and prepared.' To further enhance its emergency communication capabilities, Springtown is also leveraging Vivi's Emergency Visual Notification technology, integrated with Raptor. When an alert is initiated, messages automatically display across classroom and campus screens, ensuring students, staff, and visitors receive timely, clear instructions no matter where they are. Learn how Raptor Badge Alert can help your district respond faster, improve coordination, and meet today's safety mandates. Visit or contact us today to schedule a personalized demo. About Raptor Technologies Raptor was founded in 2002 with the mission to protect every child, every school, every day. Today, Raptor is a school safety partner for 60,000 schools in 55 countries, providing SaaS and mobile technology as well as comprehensive training and consultation solutions across the entire school safety life cycle, ranging from crisis prevention and preparation to emergency response and recovery. Raptor's globally integrated product portfolio supports a school's foundation of safety and wellbeing, including Emergency Management, Campus Movement, Student Wellbeing and Safety Training and Compliance. About Springtown ISD Springtown Independent School District is a public school district located in Parker County, Texas, approximately 25 miles northwest of Fort Worth. Spanning over 120 square miles, Springtown ISD serves a growing community while maintaining its small-town values and strong sense of pride. With a focus on academic achievement, student safety, and community partnership, the district is committed to preparing every student for success—both in school and beyond. To learn more about Springtown ISD, visit
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Raptor Technologies Partners with CRG to Deliver U.S.-Produced Indoor Mapping for Enhanced School Emergency Management
Raptor's Focus on U.S.-Sourced Technologies Supports Safer Schools HOUSTON, July 09, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Raptor Technologies, the nation's leading provider of school safety and emergency management solutions, today announced an expanded partnership with Critical Response Group (CRG), the leader in critical incident mapping data. This collaboration brings advanced, U.S.-produced indoor mapping capabilities to the Raptor® Emergency Management solution, further strengthening school safety and emergency response. Through this partnership, schools using Raptor Badge Alert or Raptor Emergency Management with Indoor Location will gain access to custom maps—produced entirely in the United States— that improve emergency response and situational awareness. Displayed digitally in the Raptor platform, these maps give first responders and school staff precise, real-time location details during an emergency, whether alerts are initiated via Raptor's Badge Alert wearable badge or Raptor Alert app. "By partnering with CRG we are delivering highly secure and effective emergency management solutions for K-12 schools," said Gray Hall, CEO of Raptor Technologies. "Our commitment to U.S.-produced mapping and devices underscores our dedication to protecting sensitive school data and supporting the safety of every school community." In addition to U.S.-produced maps, Raptor ensures that the LoRa network gateways used in Raptor Badge Alert are also manufactured in the United States. By sourcing both critical technologies domestically, Raptor helps safeguard school data and networks from the risks of foreign access and reinforces its commitment to student and staff safety. "We're proud to provide schools and first responders with U.S.-produced indoor mapping solutions that support fast, confident decision-making during critical incidents," said Mike Rodgers, CEO of Critical Response Group. "Expanding our collaboration with Raptor ensures that trusted, actionable maps are accessible exactly where they're needed most." With this expanded partnership, Raptor Technologies continues to set the standard for innovation and security in school emergency management, empowering schools to respond quickly and confidently when every second counts. About Raptor Technologies Raptor Technologies was founded in 2002 with a mission to protect every child, every school, every day. Today, Raptor serves over 60,000 schools in 55 countries, offering innovative SaaS and mobile solutions designed to address safety throughout the student lifecycle—from prevention to emergency response and recovery. Raptor's suite of solutions includes Emergency Management, Campus Movement, Student Wellbeing, and Safety Training and Compliance. For more information about Raptor, visit About Critical Response Group Critical Response Group, Inc. is the nation's leader in critical incident mapping data, producing common operating pictures to enhance command and control efforts during an emergency. CRG's origins are grounded in thousands of real-life direct-action raids conducted by the United States Special Operations Forces (USSOF) over the past two decades, and the company has developed over 55,000 maps nationwide. For more information, visit or email info@ View source version on Contacts Media Contact Raptor Technologiesmedia@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Wire
09-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Raptor Technologies Partners with CRG to Deliver U.S.-Produced Indoor Mapping for Enhanced School Emergency Management
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Raptor Technologies, the nation's leading provider of school safety and emergency management solutions, today announced an expanded partnership with Critical Response Group (CRG), the leader in critical incident mapping data. This collaboration brings advanced, U.S.-produced indoor mapping capabilities to the Raptor® Emergency Management solution, further strengthening school safety and emergency response. Through this partnership, schools using Raptor Badge Alert or Raptor Emergency Management with Indoor Location will gain access to custom maps—produced entirely in the United States— that improve emergency response and situational awareness. Displayed digitally in the Raptor platform, these maps give first responders and school staff precise, real-time location details during an emergency, whether alerts are initiated via Raptor's Badge Alert wearable badge or Raptor Alert app. 'By partnering with CRG we are delivering highly secure and effective emergency management solutions for K-12 schools,' said Gray Hall, CEO of Raptor Technologies. 'Our commitment to U.S.-produced mapping and devices underscores our dedication to protecting sensitive school data and supporting the safety of every school community.' In addition to U.S.-produced maps, Raptor ensures that the LoRa network gateways used in Raptor Badge Alert are also manufactured in the United States. By sourcing both critical technologies domestically, Raptor helps safeguard school data and networks from the risks of foreign access and reinforces its commitment to student and staff safety. 'We're proud to provide schools and first responders with U.S.-produced indoor mapping solutions that support fast, confident decision-making during critical incidents,' said Mike Rodgers, CEO of Critical Response Group. 'Expanding our collaboration with Raptor ensures that trusted, actionable maps are accessible exactly where they're needed most.' With this expanded partnership, Raptor Technologies continues to set the standard for innovation and security in school emergency management, empowering schools to respond quickly and confidently when every second counts. About Raptor Technologies Raptor Technologies was founded in 2002 with a mission to protect every child, every school, every day. Today, Raptor serves over 60,000 schools in 55 countries, offering innovative SaaS and mobile solutions designed to address safety throughout the student lifecycle—from prevention to emergency response and recovery. Raptor's suite of solutions includes Emergency Management, Campus Movement, Student Wellbeing, and Safety Training and Compliance. For more information about Raptor, visit Critical Response Group, Inc. is the nation's leader in critical incident mapping data, producing common operating pictures to enhance command and control efforts during an emergency. CRG's origins are grounded in thousands of real-life direct-action raids conducted by the United States Special Operations Forces (USSOF) over the past two decades, and the company has developed over 55,000 maps nationwide. For more information, visit or email info@
Business Wire
08-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Liberty Hill ISD Partners with Raptor Technologies to Enhance School Emergency Response with Wearable Alert System
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Raptor Technologies, the leading provider of school safety software, announced its partnership with Liberty Hill Independent School District to implement Raptor Badge Alert, the most advanced wearable panic alert system fully integrated into a school emergency management platform. The district will deploy Raptor Badge Alert across all campuses, equipping staff with a fast, reliable way to initiate emergency alerts and improving real-time communication with first responders. Raptor Badge Alert is a fully managed, end-to-end solution built for K-12 schools. It delivers scalable, compliant emergency response technology to help school districts meet safety mandates and respond quickly to critical incidents. "When we partnered with Raptor Technologies to pilot their Raptor Badge Alert system, we expected it would enhance our emergency response capabilities. What impressed us most was how intuitively our staff adopted the technology from day one,' said Joe Taveras, PMP, LHISD District Safety & Emergency Operations Coordinator. 'The three-click activation allows our team to call for assistance while keeping their focus on students. The location mapping feature eliminates guesswork for responders, and importantly, it ensures even our substitute teachers are fully integrated into our safety protocols. The technology delivers exceptional value for our investment and has become a key part of our daily operations." Empowering Faster, More Reliable Emergency Communication Raptor Badge Alert is a wearable, one-button panic alert system that connects directly to Raptor's Emergency Management platform. It enables staff to discreetly signal help, sending critical alert data, including location and type of emergency, to administrators, security personnel, and 911-connected first responders. With the addition of Raptor Badge Alert, Liberty Hill ISD joins a growing number of school systems prioritizing multi-layered communication strategies that extend coverage beyond traditional app-based or desktop solutions. Combined with dynamic incident mapping, real-time accountability, and reunification tools, Raptor's Emergency Management Suite gives Liberty Hill a comprehensive and scalable platform to coordinate every phase of an emergency, from initiation to full recovery — all from a single system. 'We're proud to support Liberty Hill ISD with a fully integrated, scalable emergency solution,' said Chris Noell, Chief Product Officer at Raptor Technologies. 'This partnership reflects our shared commitment to keeping students and staff safe.' To further expand coverage, Liberty Hill ISD is also using Vivi's Emergency Visual Notification technology integrated with Raptor Emergency Management. This integration instantly broadcasts alert messages across classroom and campus screens when an alert is initiated, ensuring students, staff, and visitors receive clear, timely instructions during emergencies — regardless of their location on campus. Serving more than 10,000 students, Liberty Hill ISD prioritizes safety innovation. The adoption of Raptor Badge Alert reflects its continued leadership in proactive emergency preparedness and staff empowerment. Raptor Technologies is honored to support Liberty Hill ISD in strengthening school safety and emergency preparedness. To explore how Raptor Badge Alert can help your district respond faster, improve emergency response coordination, and meet evolving safety mandates, visit or contact us today to schedule a personalized demo. About Raptor Technologies Raptor was founded in 2002 with the mission to protect every child, every school, every day. Today, Raptor is a school safety partner for 60,000 schools in 55 countries, providing SaaS and mobile technology as well as comprehensive training and consultation solutions across the entire school safety life cycle, ranging from crisis prevention and preparation to emergency response and recovery. Raptor's globally integrated product portfolio supports a school's foundation of safety and wellbeing, including Emergency Management, Campus Movement, Student Wellbeing and Safety Training and Compliance. About Liberty Hill ISD Liberty Hill Independent School District is a 5A public school district nestled in the scenic Texas Hill Country, just 30 miles northwest of Austin. Covering 100 square miles within western Williamson County — one of the fastest-growing regions in Texas and the nation — Liberty Hill ISD combines a close-knit, rural community atmosphere with a commitment to excellence in education and innovation. Here, we build champions in academics, character, and community. To learn more about Liberty Hill ISD, visit
Business Wire
03-06-2025
- Health
- Business Wire
Raptor Technologies and Vivi Introduce Integrated Visual Alert Solution for Faster Emergency Response in Schools
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Raptor Technologies, the trusted leader in school safety and student wellbeing solutions, and Vivi, a pioneer in classroom engagement and school communications technology, today announced a strategic partnership to enhance emergency response by delivering visual and text-based communication in K-12 schools. This collaboration integrates Vivi's Emergency Visual Notification technology with Raptor's Emergency Management solution, enabling schools to instantly broadcast visual and text-based alerts across classroom and campus screens. The result is faster, clearer and more effective communication during critical incidents. 'With this partnership, Raptor Technologies continues to fulfill its mission to protect every child, every school, every day,' said Gray Hall, CEO of Raptor Technologies. 'By integrating Vivi's visual alerts with Raptor Emergency Management, we're empowering schools with a comprehensive emergency response solution that strengthens situational awareness, speeds response times and enhances the value of critical alerts when it matters most.' Visual Alerts Where They Matter Most Vivi's Emergency Visual Notification technology allows schools to instantly broadcast clear, tailored messaging across learning environments, helping ensure emergency notifications reach students, teachers and staff efficiently. Whether it's an evacuation, lockdown or shelter-in-place situation, Vivi transforms connected screens into critical communication hubs. 'Our collaboration with Raptor Technologies represents a significant step forward in K-12 safety,' said Natalie Mactier, CEO of Vivi. 'The integration with Raptor Emergency Management provides schools with a scalable, dependable system that enhances their emergency response protocols. By combining Raptor's established technologies with Vivi's visual alerts, we're creating a safer space for learning.' Integrated, Multi-Layered Approach to Safety Raptor gives schools the option to integrate Vivi's visual alert capabilities with Raptor Emergency Management, including schools using Raptor's wearable panic solution, Raptor Badge Alert. When paired with Raptor Badge Alert, the multi-layered approach extends emergency coverage to schools where traditional connectivity options, such as Wi-Fi or cellular networks, may be unreliable. Key benefits of the integration include: Expanded Visibility: Alerts now appear on classroom and common area screens, allowing vital instructions to reach more people instantly, regardless of their location. Improved Situational Awareness: Clear, location-specific messaging gives staff, students, and first responders the context they need to act quickly and effectively during emergencies. Seamless Integration: Vivi's alerts sync through secure, custom APIs with Raptor's Emergency Management system, supporting a more unified communication experience during critical moments. Setting a New Standard for K-12 Emergency Response As schools face escalating safety concerns and tighter budgets, the Raptor-Vivi integration offers a high-impact solution that helps pave the way for school leaders to strengthen their foundation of safety and wellbeing without burdening staff. It also helps schools meet requirements under federal and state safety mandates, such as Alyssa's Law. By combining advanced emergency alerts with location-specific, actionable communication, schools can make a positive impact on their emergency response capabilities. For more information about this partnership and how it can benefit your school, please visit or About Raptor Technologies Raptor was founded in 2002 with the mission to protect every child, every school, every day. Today, Raptor is a school safety partner for 60,000 schools in 55 countries, providing SaaS and mobile technology as well as comprehensive training and consultation solutions across the entire school safety life cycle, ranging from crisis prevention and preparation to emergency response and recovery. Raptor's globally integrated product portfolio supports a school's foundation of safety and wellbeing, including Emergency Management, Campus Movement, Student Wellbeing and Safety Training and Compliance. About Vivi Vivi is a global education technology company on a mission to make learning more connected, engaging, and safe. Headquartered in Australia, Vivi powers more than 150,000 classrooms around the world with its all-in-one platform for wireless screen sharing, campus and classroom signage, announcements, and emergency alerts. Purpose-built for education, Vivi was recently named one of TIME's Top EdTech Rising Stars of 2025. Learn more at
