Henrico Schools implements 'Anonymous Alerts' system for safety-related concerns
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Henrico County Public Schools has implemented a new way for students, parents and others to report concerns about safety in the county's schools.
The “Anonymous Alerts” app and website allow the public to communicate with school administrators about any safety concerns – from threats and bullying to worries about classmates who may be depressed. The free tool establishes encrypted, anonymous two-way communication between those submitting reports and administrators and allows those using the system to include photos, screenshots and videos with their reports.
A mobile app is available for download for iOS and Android devices, and an app also is available for Chromebook laptops from the Chromebook Store. Users can choose from multiple languages. Students and others making reports can also use HCPS’ Anonymous Alerts website, available at https://report.anonymousalerts.com/henrico/. Each HCPS school’s webpage also includes a link to the site.
Using the system, school administrators will not only be able to engage in anonymous two-way communication with those submitting reports, they can get incident reports in real time and analyze trends.
The app and website replace Henrico County Public Schools’ previous anonymous safety reporting system called “Silence Hurts.” That system was not available as an app and did not allow two-way communication or the ability to include photos, screenshots and videos.
