Whitehouse ISD Enacts “Say Something Anonymous Reporting System”

WHITEHOUSE — Whithouse ISD looks to take steps to improve safety on their campuses with the “Say Something Anonymous Reporting System.” According to our news partner KETK, the program teaches students, teachers, and administrators how to recognize warning signs of individuals who may be a threat to themselves or others. It encourages people to “Say Something” to a trusted adult OR use its anonymous reporting system. Click the link for details. https://4.files.edl.io/918a/10/17/19/162834-01040539-1c66-47d6-9561-500b78b1087d.pdf. How does the program works?

Step 1:
Call the tipline at 1-844-5-SAYNOW
Use the website http://www.saysomething.net
Use the mobile app
Step 2:
A crisis counselor receives and reviews tip information
The tip is triaged and categorized as either life safety or non-life safety
The tip is then sent to school officials and law enforcement within seconds of being
received
Step 3:
School officials and law enforcement act immediately to investigate
The at-risk individual receives the help he or she needs BEFORE they ever get to a point of
hurting themselves or others
Schools officials report their outcomes into the SS-ARS platforms
The program is to be provided to Whitehouse ISD at no cost. According to the district, the anonymous program will not launch on the elementary campus, but the district encourages parents to download the Say Something App and use it should the need arise. For more information, you can read the full press release by clicking the link. https://4.files.edl.io/11d6/10/17/19/162823-588ae5a7-ea5c-452d-9cb2-6296c62a7630.pdf.