Ohio's Senate Bill 29 is reshaping how schools handle student data — and its impact reaches far beyond the classroom. From team messaging apps to eligibility platforms, coaches, parents, and athletes are all feeling the effects. Here's what the law actually means for your school's athletic program and how districts like Indian Hill are finding compliant solutions.

Motiv was proud to volunteer and sponsor the Mark Mitchell Classic, a two-day high school basketball showcase hosted at Taft High School. Our team spent the weekend working concessions and selling event merchandise created to honor the life and legacy of Mark Mitchell—ensuring that every purchase directly supported the purpose behind the event.

Motiv, a sports-technology company modernizing the operations of high school athletic departments, successfully hosted its official launch event at the University of Cincinnati’s Nippert Stadium on October 22, 2025. The event brought together athletic directors, coaches, university leaders, and industry partners to celebrate the introduction of Motiv’s unified platform for communication, scheduling, and program management.

Kentucky’s Senate Bill 181 (SB 181) officially took effect on June 27, 2025, ushering in sweeping changes to how public school districts communicate electronically with students. The law mandates that all communication by school staff, coaches, and volunteers with students must occur through district‑approved, traceable platforms—no more personal emails, texts, or social media messages without explicit parental consent.