Sandy Hook Promise

Say Something Anonymous Reporting System

Graphic promoting the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System. A smartphone displays the Say Something app with options to submit a tip, call the hotline, or learn what to report. Text reads, “See It. Report It.” with a “Submit a Tip” button.

Tips can be submitted to the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System beginning August 24th.

Say Something Anonymous Reporting System

While the District takes every warning sign and threat seriously, the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System trains and educates students, faculty, and staff how to:

  • Recognize warning signs and threats (verbal, non-verbal, or on social media) of individuals who may be at-risk 

  • Act immediately to get help by talking to a trusted adult OR 

  • Report through the SS-ARS 24/7/365 telephone hotline, mobile app, or website

The Say Something Anonymous Reporting System program is provided at no cost by Sandy Hook Promise (SHP), a national nonprofit organization. More than 31 million people have participated in their research-based “Know the Signs” programs that includes Say Something.

This program is age-appropriate and evidence-informed. To date, the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System and other SHP prevention programs have stopped multiple school incidents (i.e. shootings), suicides, and gun threats.  SS-ARS and SHP have also helped reduced bullying and cyberbullying, and provided intervention for self-harm, drug use, and more.

Guardian SS-ARS Guide

You can help save lives by reporting observed threats, behaviors, actions, and harassment. Here are examples of some of the most common behaviors and incidents to report:

  • Acts of violence, with or without weapons

  • Verbal or physical abuse, assault or harassment

  • Sexual abuse, assault or harassment

  • Threats seen on social media

  • Bullying, fighting, harassment or intimidating behaviors

  • Bragging about weapons or a planned attack

  • Depression, anxiety or loss of self-control

  • Hopelessness, excessive guilt or worthlessness

  • Reckless behavior, theft and petty crimes

  • Social isolation or withdrawal

  • Substance or alcohol abuse

  • Suicide threats, cutting or other self-harm

  • Any other troubling situation or behavior

Infographic explaining how the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System works in three steps. Step 1 shows how to submit an anonymous tip by phone, website, or mobile app. Step 2 explains that tips are reviewed by a 24/7 crisis center and sent to school officials or law enforcement as needed. Step 3 explains how officials respond, provide help to individuals at risk, and document the outcome.