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Yahoo
30-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Springtown ISD Enhances Emergency Response with Raptor's Wearable Panic Alert System
HOUSTON, July 30, 2025--(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 View source version on Contacts Media Contacts Kendra HutchisonDirector of Communications and Marketingkhutchison@ (817) 220-1700 media@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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
27-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
May filing wraps up, several local races contested
Filing wrapped up earlier this month, making the ballots set for the May 3 General Election. Here's who will be on the ballot. Weatherford Mayor Paul Paschall filed for reelection, and is challenged by Will Montgomery. Paschall was first elected to the post in May of 2019, and ran unopposed in the 2022 election. Montgomery is a 16-year Weatherford businessman, according to his application. Weatherford ISD has one contested seat open. Place 4 Greg Shaw initially filed for reelection but withdrew, according to the district. Devon Flowers, Samuel Stephens and Dan Woods will now both be vying for the position. Incumbents Adam Feriend (Place 3), Wally Wallace (Place 5) and Kindra Lucia (Place 6) have also filed. Two city of Aledo spots will have challengers in the seats for mayor and city council Place 2. Mayor Nick Stanley was first elected to the position in May 2022, against Shane Davis, who has filed to challenge Stanley once again. In Place 2, incumbent Christian Pearson is being challenged by Todd Covington. Aledo ISD has two contested seats up for election. Place 4 trustee Forrest Collins is being challenged by Jeremiah Stoker. A four-way contest for the Place 5 seat, with all newcomers filing, features Leia Brown, Miles Lewis, Lynn Morgan and Kelli Stahl. Two challengers will look to unseat Willow Park Mayor Doyle Moss, with Teresa Palmer and Catherine Davis filing to run. Moss has served as mayor of Willow Park since 2017. WP City Council's Place 2, occupied by Eric Contreras, is now two-way, after David Allen filed to run. Millsap ISD has three vying for two three-year terms, in incumbent Heidi Ritthaler, Ryan Shands and Sunny Bates. The district is also holding a special election for a one-year term, with Shelby Humphrey and Whittney Gilbert filing. Each of three races for Springtown ISD will be on the ballot. Derek Miles and Elizabeth 'Tootie' Hall are running for Place 1; Place 2 incumbent Damon Liles is facing a challenge by Matthew Jones; and Teresa Kelley and Wendy Kennedy are both vying for Place 3. Springtown ISD voters will have the opportunity to weigh in on a $98 million bond proposal. The proposition includes building a new elementary school, renovations to Springtown Elementary, a science and Career and Technology Education addition at Springtown Middle School, upgraded CTE equipment and facilities, safety and security and new buses. According to the district, enrollment has increased by nearly 600 students in the last four years, with another 400 expected in the next four years. If passed, the bond would provide additional seats, classrooms, and buildings to accommodate this growth. The expected financial impact of the bond would be $12.78 a month on a home valued at $300,000 in Springtown ISD. The city of Springtown has one contested race, with former SISD Superintendent Mike Kelley challenging incumbent Richelle Pruitt. A special election will be held for the citizens of Reno to decide whether the city will disincorporate. The city council earlier this month approved an ordinance calling for the special election after a petition from more than 400 registered voters was filed with the city and the Parker County Elections office in December. If approved, the proposition would abolish the corporative existence of the city of Reno. A three-candidate race for two seats on the Strawn City Council is the only contest in Palo Pinto County in the May 3 election. County Elections Administrator Laura Watkins said other cities and schools will be canceling their elections. Santo and Palo Pinto ISDs hold their elections in November. In Mineral Wells, two incumbents and two newcomers are uncontested on the ballot. Incumbents seeking fresh two-year terms are Kyle Wayne Kelley in Place 1 and Glenn Mitchell in Place 2. Those are elected at large to represent the whole city. Banker Charles Ramsay is uncontested to represent Ward 2, which is northwest Mineral Wells including the Fort Wolters Army Base. Local realtor Mike Rankin will represent Ward 4, southwest Mineral Wells including downtown south of First Street. In Strawn, incumbents Dewaine Lee and Alan Alison and former council member Brenda Orsini will vie for two seats in the at-large election. Orsini lists her occupation as homemaker, Lee is the superintendent of Strawn ISD and Alison is a golf course manager and equipment dealer. The last day to register to vote in the May election is April 3. Applications for mail-in ballots must be received, not merely postmarked, by April 22.
