SafeOregon Tip Line
A safe learning environment is a critical part of helping each child achieve academic success. SafeOregon is a statewide school safety tip line that gives kids, parents, schools, and their communities a way to report threats or potential acts of violence safely. SafeOregon gives students another path for communicating with school administration when safety incidents occur.
How does SafeOregon work?
Students, parents, and school staff can access SafeOregon through the web form on the SafeOregon website , or by text, email, live call, and mobile app.
TO REPORT A TIP, CALL OR TEXT 844-472-3367.
Why is there a need for a tip line system?
The number one reason students do not report is the fear of retaliation from their peers. SafeOregon can be accessed from the privacy of a phone, home computer, or other Internet-equipped device, eliminating the possibility of being identified by another student and thus decreasing the likelihood that a school safety threat would go unreported.
Who receives tips from the School Safety Tip Line?
Specially trained technicians field incoming tips 24 hours a day, 365 days-a-year for all public schools Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. The Oregon State Police provides this service through a contracted vendor.
What happens to the tips received?
Technicians address the immediate need and, if necessary, forward the information to an appropriate responding agency. Some situations require that tips be forwarded to more than one entity. For example, a tip involving a weapon brought to school is forwarded to school officials and local law enforcement. Tip content and circumstances vary, so appropriate follow-up action will also vary.
In most instances, the School will have the responsibility to complete an after-action note. This may require minimal reporting to detail the action taken, how it was handled, whether it was resolved, or whether it requires ongoing attention.
Does this replace calls to 911?
No, all Oregonians are encouraged to dial 911 in any emergency situation. However, if the technician feels the situation is escalating to an emergency situation, and it comes in by phone, the technician will transfer the call to 911 and stay on the line until the tipster is connected to emergency responders. The technicians are trained and experienced in recognizing mental illness emotional disturbances, and managing crisis situations. If necessary, a tip may be transferred to a local community mental health services provider similarly.