Mass Notification for Parents
School-to-Home Communication
Messages XRE
Sumner County Schools uses Messages XRE as its primary communication system for delivering important information to parents, guardians, and students.
Telephone
Automated voice calls for urgent information and emergencies.
Text Messaging
Concise alerts and reminders sent directly to mobile devices.
Announcements, newsletters, and district or school updates.
App and Web Portal
Access notifications, calendars, and school news in one place.
Important School Information
What You’ll Receive
Messages XRE helps schools and the district keep families informed with timely updates throughout the school year.
Emergency Alerts
Urgent messages related to safety, emergencies, and other time-sensitive situations.
Weather Closings and Delays
Notifications about school closures, delayed openings, and schedule changes caused by weather.
Attendance Updates
Notices related to student absences, attendance concerns, and other attendance information.
Meal Account Reminders
Helpful notifications about school meal balances and related account information.
School and District News
Announcements, updates, newsletters, and important information from schools and the district.
Events and Reminders
Reminders about meetings, school activities, deadlines, and upcoming events.
Please note: The type and frequency of messages may vary depending on the information shared by your child’s school and Sumner County Schools.
Make Sure You Receive Messages
Keep Your Contact Information Current
Messages XRE uses the parent and guardian contact information stored in Skyward Student Information System (SIS). Keeping your phone numbers, email addresses, and emergency contacts current helps ensure that important calls, text messages, and emails reach your family.
- Review your contact information during student registration.
- Update your child's school whenever your phone number or email address changes.
- Make sure emergency contacts are accurate and current.

Messages XRE Support
Darren Gregory
Content Manager
Messages XRE / Sumner Chat Admin
Need additional assistance or have questions about the Messages XRE platform? Darren Gregory supports the district’s use of Messages XRE and can help families and staff better understand the platform and its communication tools.
For questions about message delivery, platform features, account access, or general Messages XRE support, please contact Darren Gregory for assistance.

