PickUp Patrol

PickUp Patrol is an automated school dismissal platform designed to streamline the dismissal process for schools, parents, and office staff. According to the vendor, it offers a range of features to track and manage dismissal plans, communicate with parents, organize car lines, and ensure student safety. This versatile solution is said to be suitable for schools of all sizes, from small private schools to large public school districts. Principals, school administrators, secretaries, office staff, parents, guardians, teachers, educators, and school districts can all potentially benefit from the convenience and efficiency provided by PickUp Patrol.

Key Features

Automated Plan Changes: According to the vendor, parents can easily make changes to their children's dismissal plans through the parent app, eliminating the need for notes or phone calls. The system is said to track various dismissal plans and automatically compile plan changes, sending alerts to teachers and freeing up office staff.

Office Dashboard: The live, interactive dashboard is said to provide office staff with a complete view and oversight of the dismissal process. It is claimed to keep the office informed of plan changes throughout the day and allows for easy tracking of dismissal plans, absences, and other important information.

Dismissal Tracking: PickUp Patrol is said to ensure efficient dismissal of students to their designated locations, whether it's car lines, bus zones, or other after-school destinations. Teachers can potentially dismiss students confidently, knowing they are getting to the right place safely.

Car Line Management: The automated car line system is claimed to eliminate the need for walkie talkies or PA systems. Teachers can use the system to announce the arrival of cars, buses, parent walk-ups, daycare vans, and more, dismissing students directly from the classroom or centralized locations on the campus.

Data Integration: According to the vendor, PickUp Patrol seamlessly integrates with various student information systems, streamlining data management for schools. It is said to work with popular systems like PowerSchool, Alma, Infinite Campus, and more.

Easy Setup and Training: PickUp Patrol is said to provide a built-in guide for easy setup and offers simple data integration with existing student information systems. Training for teachers and staff is claimed to be straightforward, ensuring a smooth transition to using the platform.

Affordable and Reliable Solution: According to the vendor, PickUp Patrol is priced to fit schools of different sizes, with no setup fees. It offers district and group discounts and accepts purchase orders. The system is claimed to have a proven track record of over 10 years, with a high renewal rate.

Secure and Safe: PickUp Patrol is hosted on Microsoft's secure Azure Platform and actively participates in the Student Data Privacy Consortium. The vendor states that the system prioritizes the safety and security of student data.

Convenient Parent App: The PickUp Patrol app is said to allow parents to make plan changes in seconds from their smartphone or computer. They can make changes well in advance and receive confirmation emails whenever changes are made. The app is claimed to be free for parents with the school's annual subscription.

Improved Communication: According to the vendor, PickUp Patrol automatically tracks dismissal plan changes, making communication more accurate and efficient. It is said to reduce parent phone calls, notes, and busy signals when contacting the school.