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Send Communication via SMS (Twilio) Data and Config

In sending SMS to students, parents, and carers, Twilio has been utilized as the platform for sending SMS.

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TWILIO Set up

  1. Log in to your Twilio Account.

  2. On the console page, go to the Account Info.

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  1. Set your Twilio Phone Number to the School Account record.

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  1. Create External System Connection

Go to the External System Connection tab and click New.

  • Account SID = Twilio account’s Account SID

  • Active = true/checked

  • Domain = https://api.twilio.com/2010-04-01/Accounts

  • Educational Institution = Account record (from step 3)

  • External System Connection = Twilio

  • Token = Twilio account’s Auth Token

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After setting up Twilio, you can now send communication via SMS in the Attendance Management (Day Attendance Component).

The student record should have a Mobile Phone value.

  • Go to App Launcher and search for Attendance Management (Day Attendance Component)

  • Tick or select student; click the Send Communication button and select SMS.

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  • Click Next and it will be redirected to the SMS form. Fill in the necessary details and send. Afterwards, a message will be sent to the student/parent/carer.

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Student Record Setup for Day Attendance Management

The student’s name will be displayed if there is a Start Date and End Date, or if today's date falls within the Start Date and End Date of the student; otherwise, it won't display.

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