District outlines security upgrades, standard response protocol and tip line use

Sep 18, 2025

A district official summarized school safety strategies including the Safe to Help tip line monitored by Illinois State Police, scanning tools (Bark and GoGuardian), BluePoint emergency notifications, visitor management and a county mutual‑aid reunification system.

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Staff member (Safety official) told the board the district has layered prevention and preparedness measures in place, including an anonymous tip line monitored by the Illinois State Police, student monitoring tools that flagged self‑harm concerns, threat assessment teams, and a county mutual‑aid network for school reunification.

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