I often wonder if teachers allow their students to text them. It might be inappropriate, but I can see much benefit from fast communication. Maybe using a monitored app as a medium.

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NO. Through remind or student school email only. Accidents can happen and you might send a message to a student that was meant for an adult friend. Keep personal social media and messages distinctly separate from school.

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Mine can text me through the Remind app.

My ballplayers have always had my number to text me and I’ve never had a prank or inappropriate text from either gender.

I use Remind. But I give my parents and some of the kids from the club I sponsor my Google Voice number. However, that number is strictly for work (parents/students) and/or tutoring clients.

Also, since Google Voice is attached to your email, you have a running copy of all of the conversations. Every text message comes in an email as well. Definitely helps when I don't have phone service.

I allow it. My students ask me clarifying questions and for help when they need it. I haven't had a problem. I think you have to take school climate into account, though. If the other teachers all hate the idea, you shouldn't be the only one.

We aren’t allowed to through our personal devices and I wouldn’t want to. Too much could go wrong!

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