Roundtable

Safer Schools, Smarter Communication: The Future of K-12 Phone & Safety Strategy

8 June 2026 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm EST
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Data-driven.
People first.
Executive Engagement.

Safer, Smarter Schools: Modernizing Communication for a Connected District

School districts are under increasing pressure to modernize aging phone systems while improving campus safety and strengthening communication across schools, staff, and families. Legacy infrastructure often limits reliability, slows emergency response, and creates operational complexity—leaving leaders challenged to balance safety priorities with tight budgets and growing expectations.

Forward-looking districts are adopting cloud-based telephony, integrated alerting, and unified communication platforms to create more responsive, connected environments. By streamlining IT management and enabling faster, coordinated communication during critical moments, these solutions help districts improve reliability, enhance safety outcomes, and support day-to-day operations at scale.

Join Zoom and a select group of K-12 leaders to explore how to build a more resilient, connected district. Together, we’ll discuss practical strategies to modernize communications, strengthen emergency readiness, and ensure students, staff, and families stay informed when it matters most.

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GDS Roundtable Environment with host, Jade
GDS Roundtable Environment with host, Ben

Speakers

Lance Ford

Zoom Room Education

Discussion Topics

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Modernizing legacy phone systems with cloud communications to improve reliability and reduce IT complexity

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Strengthening campus safety with integrated alerting and faster emergency response

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Improving communication across schools, staff, and families through connected platforms

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