BARK COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Resources for schools,
organizations, and communities
Research and reports
Bark’s 2025 Annual Report for Behavioral Health Teams
Key insights for helping youth build safety and resilience in the digital age
Behavioral health
Research and reports
Bark’s 2025 Annual Report for I/DD Support Professionals
Key insights for supporting individuals with I/DD in an increasingly digital world
Developmental disabilities
Research and reports
Bark’s 2025 Annual Report for K–12 Leaders
Key insights for helping students navigate safety, skills, and resilience online
K-12
Product and technology
Bark vs Gabb
See how the Bark Phone stacks up to the Gabb Phone 4 Pro.
Behavioral health
Product and technology
Bark vs Linewize
See why Bark for Schools sets the standard for student safety compared to Linewize.
K-12
Product and technology
Bark vs Lightspeed Alert
See why Bark for Schools sets the standard for student safety compared to Lightspeed Alert.
K-12
Product and technology
Bark vs Securly Aware
See why Bark for Schools sets the standard for student safety compared to Securly Aware.
K-12
Product and technology
Bark vs Gaggle
See why Bark for Schools sets the standard for student safety compared to Gaggle.
K-12
Product and technology
Bark vs GoGuardian Beacon
See why Bark for Schools sets the standard for student safety compared to GoGuardian Beacon.
K-12
Product and technology
Bark vs AngelSense
See how the Bark Watch stacks up to the AngelSense GPS Tracker Watch.
Developmental disabilities
Research and reports
Building a Holistic Approach to Safety: A Littleton Case Study
See how Littleton Public Schools rebuilt their safety efforts with a comprehensive, prevention-focused strategy and what other districts can learn from their experience.
K-12
Research and reports
How Bark Empowers Survivors in Recovery: A Case Study with Poiema Foundation
This case study highlights how the Bark Phone supports Poiema’s mission to serve survivors of human trafficking — and how other recovery centers can integrate it into their programs.
Behavioral health
Insights
How One District Built a Stronger Safety Strategy After Crisis
After facing multiple critical incidents, Littleton Public Schools rebuilt their safety strategy from the ground up — and their prevention coordinator now shares key insights to help other districts stay ahead of potential crises.
K-12
Product and technology
A Safety Ecosystem for Today: One Partner for Education, Training and Monitoring
These three integrated pillars help protect students, empower educators,
and engage families in creating safer digital experiences.
K-12
Insights
Managing Screen Time at Home
School support doesn’t end at the bell. Here are ways to support healthy tech habits for your child at home.
K-12
Product and technology
The Bark Watch for Kids
A kid-friendly smartwatch with GPS tracking, messaging, and built-in monitoring — designed to help families stay connected without browsers, apps, or social media.
K-12
Product and technology
A Guide to Bark’s Family-safe Tech Products
No matter a child’s age or stage, we’ve got an option to help keep them safe online and in real life.
Behavioral health Developmental disabilities
Product and technology
Using Medicaid to Access Bark Safety Solutions for Kids with Disabilities
Learn how Bark devices and parental controls may be eligible for purchase through Medicaid. This guide outlines available options, funding pathways, and how families can get started.
Developmental disabilities
Product and technology
Bark Safety Solutions for Children with Disabilities through Wisconsin Medicaid
Learn how Bark supports children and teens with disabilities through safety planning, skill development, and empowerment — now available through Wisconsin’s CLTS program using Medicaid funding.
Developmental disabilities
Product and technology
Connected Communities FAQ
An overview of Bark’s Connected Communities program, answering common questions about how it supports schools, families, and students with hands-on digital safety education.
K-12
Product and technology
How Bark Supports Individuals with Disabilities
Bark can help you empower students with disabilities to navigate the digital world more safely and confidently.
Developmental disabilities
Research and reports
Where Does a Phone Fit in Recovery?
The challenge isn’t whether phones belong in recovery — it’s how they are introduced and managed.
Behavioral health
Product and technology
Why Bark is a Safer Option for At-Risk Youth
Organizations across the country are turning to Bark to help protect the families they serve.
Behavioral health
Product and technology
How Bark Supports Treatment Centers
Enhance recovery outcomes using safer smartphones that can gradually reintroduce digital access for patients in a controlled environment.
Behavioral health
Product and technology
How Bark Supports K-12
Bark provides internet safety technology and training that support school safety initiatives through AI-powered monitoring, web filtering, and anonymous reporting.
K-12
Product and technology
Bark for Schools+
Monitor student accounts for dangers, get 24/7 support for imminent alerts, and more to help protect your students online.
K-12
Product and technology
Connected Communities: A New Approach to Digital Citizenship for Students
Connected Communities is an immersive 3-day program for 4th- and 5th-grade students, educators, and parents, delivered in person by a Bark expert with virtual follow-ups throughout the year.
K-12
Product and technology
Safer by Design: What Makes Bark Different than the iPhone
iPhones prioritize privacy but leave users vulnerable to hidden dangers. The Bark Phone closes those gaps with built-in safety that actually works.
Behavioral health Developmental disabilities
Research and reports
2024 Annual Report
Critical insights from Bark’s 2024 Annual report on the safety and well-being of teens and tweens
Behavioral health Developmental disabilities K-12
Research and reports
2024 Annual Report:
For Behavioral Health
Critical insights from Bark’s 2024 Annual Report on the safety and well-being of teens and tweens
Behavioral health
Research and reports
2024 Annual Report:
for K-12
Critical insights from Bark’s 2024 Annual Report on the safety and well-being of teens and tweens
K-12
Research and reports
5 Critical Gaps Hiding in Your Back to School Safety Plan
Here are the most important emerging challenges as well as actionable solutions to support your staff, students, and community.
K-12
Webinars
Seeing the Signs That Save Lives: Unlock the Full Potential of Bark for Schools
Behavioral health K-12
Blog 
Insights
Embracing Autism Podcast: Katey McPherson Speaks to the Bark Watch
Developmental disabilities
Product and technology
Bark for Schools+ vs Free
Bark for Schools+ has exclusive features to support schools that use Google Workspace that want to respond to imminent issues as quickly as possible.
K-12
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