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Safety and Security


Visit the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System

Pinellas County Schools has partnered with Sandy Hook Promise to offer the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System. Say Something allows you to submit secure & anonymous safety concerns to help identify and intervene upon at-risk individuals BEFORE they hurt themselves or others.

A Message About School Safety in Pinellas County Schools

Pinellas County Schools, School Police, and the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office reaffirm our shared commitment to ensuring a safe and secure learning environment for every student. We understand the trust you place in us each day. Protecting our campuses and classrooms is a responsibility we take seriously — and one we carry out with care, vigilance, and partnership. Safety is a community effort.

 

May 2026 - SAFETY UPDATE

Pinellas County Schools starts May with a renewed commitment to student well-being through its “Safety Starts with Me” campaign, emphasizing the importance of water safety and mental health awareness. As temperatures rise and summer approaches, water safety becomes a critical focus. The district is sharing information to educate students and families about drowning prevention, safe swimming practices, and the importance of supervision around water. Age-appropriate lessons and resources can be found at your local YMCAs (Suncoast and St. Petersburg), community centers, and municipal recreation centers. 

Equally vital is the district’s spotlight on mental health. Pinellas County Schools has mental health resources, including access to school counselors and family support guides. A first step is taking care of yourself. The National Council for Mental Wellbeing has a Mindful Moments Checklist to assist in your self-care. 

“Safety Starts with Me” reflects the district’s ongoing mission to provide a safe, supportive, and informed environment for every student, every day.

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The District Safety & Security Council

The Pinellas County Schools District Safety and Security Council (DSSC) believes that “Safety Starts with Me.” The Safety Starts with Me is more than a campaign and a strategic priority for Pinellas County Schools. It’s dedicated to safety education and awareness for the entire school community.  

Each month the DSSC spotlights safety topics by sharing tips through various school channels including social media, webpages, email, classroom instruction and special guests for in school learning.  

Please help us make safety a shared responsibility and a top priority in all aspects for our school communities and at home.  

The DSSC was created to coordinate district efforts to ensure a safe environment to learn and work. The DSSC is chaired by the PCS Director of School Safety and consists of representatives from the Superintendent's and Area Superintendent's offices, Human Resources, the School Board, Emergency Management, Schools Police, School Health Services, Strategic Communications and Technology Information Systems.