How it Works

Simplify Dismissal. Enhance Safety. Empower Your School Community.

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PickUp Patrol is the all-in-one dismissal platform that keeps your school day running smoothly. From parents submitting changes, to staff managing live data in real-time, every part of the process is streamlined for safety, efficiency, and peace of mind.

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Easy as 1, 2, 3

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Parent App

Our convenient parent app allows parents to make changes to their children’s dismissal plans right on their phone, tablet, or computer, while the system tracks each update.

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Office Dashboard

Automatically generate end-of-day lists, track absences, and manage early dismissals to coordinate with a seamless end-of-day dismissal process.

Safer Dismissals

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When the bell rings, safely dismiss students out to your car line, bus zone, or other after-school destinations. End the day with confidence, knowing that each and every student is accounted for.

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PickUp Patrol Helps Your Entire School Community

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Secretaries

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Principals

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Parents

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Quick and Easy Setup

  • Guided Onboarding: A built-in step-by-step setup guide walks you through everything you need to know.

  • SIS Integration: Works seamlessly with your existing Student Information System.

  • Simple Staff Training: Minimal learning curve with intuitive tools for teachers and staff.

  • Parent Introduction Tools: Automated welcome emails and resource materials help parents get started quickly.

Powerful Tools

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    Early Dismissals & Late Arrivals

    Track attendance adjustments as they happen.

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    Leave & Returns

    Easily manage students who leave for appointments and return later.

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    Teacher Access

    Teachers automatically receive updated lists of their students’ dismissal plans each day.

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    Car Tags & Bus Passes

    Generate and print car line tags and bus passes directly from the platform.

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    Car Line Dispatcher

    Notify classrooms when a ride or bus arrives for a safe, smooth hand-off.

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    Customized to Fit Your School’s Needs:

    Tailor PickUp Patrol to match your unique dismissal setup—whether you’ve got 25 buses or multiple programs.

Integrated with your favorite systems, + many more

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Affordable, Reliable, and Trusted

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  • No Setup Fees: Pricing tailored to your school size.

  • Discounts Available: Save with district-wide or group purchases.

  • Proven & Trusted: Over 10 years of supporting schools with a 98% renewal rate.

Ready to Transform Your Dismissal Process?

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PickUp Patrol can revolutionize your school's dismissal procedures, enhance safety, and improve communication.

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