What is Twitter?

Twitter is a powerful social networking service used to reach users instantly. It is a real-time information broadcast channel capable of not only answering the question: "What are you doing now?" but also of issuing alerts, news, informing constituents and soliciting feedback. It is also a free service and easy to join and to use.

Why is Hinsdale Falcon Football using Twitter?

To enhance our ability to keep you informed:

• REMINDERS: upcoming dates & events that may require action
  (e.g., Parent meeting Aug. 5, 5:45)
• ALERTS: weather & field conditions, schedule changes, etc.
  (e.g., Practice cancelled ... )
• SHARING: game results, info links, express opinion/reaction to
  ... (e.g., BGYFL posts new link for ... )
• SEEKING: ask a question, solicit feedback
  (e.g., former Hinsdale Central Red Devil football players - wanted ... )