See Something Say Something
The number one way to prevent school violence is to report it.
Call 911 first, then notify your school.
The Tacoma Police Department and Tacoma Public Schools are collaborating on a #SeeSomething #SaySomething campaign so that everyone in our community can serve as the eyes and ears of safety—and call 911 so police officers can respond more immediately.
Handling threats to schools
Threatening a school is a crime, and any threat is taken seriously. Tacoma Public Schools has strong relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement. We are made aware of threats in a variety of ways, including students, staff, families and law enforcement. If you see or hear of a threat to a school, we ask that you report it immediately.
School design and cameras
Who to Call
Threat to a school or a crime in progress - Call 911
Crime not in progress - Call the Non-Emergency TPD Line at (253) 287-4455
Tacoma Public Schools building or property damage - Call TPS Safety and Security at (253) 571-1000
How could we improve safety in our schools?
If you have additional thoughts on what you would like to see happen with school safety, please send your thoughts to us.