Tyreese Stafford , Director of Transportation
multiple groups of people at one time via mobile devices . Most importantly , he saw that FirstNet provides schools with near real-time tracking of school buses and instant communication between district staff , and even uplifted priority access when working with fire and rescue .
“ There are many different options available with FirstNet that can benefit a school district greatly ,” said Stafford . “ You have two-way communication , tracking options , and other capabilities we need to be sure our students are safe and secure .”
In the end , Stafford believes FirstNet offers real benefits over past services used by the Bellwood School District .
“ School administrators , custodians , school security – in addition to bus transportation – can communicate through the FirstNet network , which means we have the most important information available to the people who need it no matter the circumstance ,” said Stafford .
Stafford believes FirstNet offers real benefits over past services used by the Bellwood School District .
How FirstNet can help
Student safety while in transit to and from school is the number one priority for parents , schools , and school bus drivers . That ’ s why FirstNet offers its powerful broadband LTE communications platform to help keep schools connected . FirstNet allows school bus drivers to stay connected so they can focus on what is most important .
With FirstNet , school districts can :
• Maintain access to voice , data , video , images and texting when emergencies arise
• Communicate easier with the AT & T Enhanced Push-to-Talk solution , which is FirstNet Ready™
• Get enhanced situational awareness with innovative apps and devices
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