Behavior Safety Assessment Systems (THREAT & SIRC)

• Code of Silence Talking Points - English
• Code of Silence Talking Points Poster (English) (Russian) (Spanish)
• Marion County Risk Brochure
• Polk County Risk Brochure
• Yamhill County Risk Brochure 

• Developmentally Normative Guide
• Grooming Behaviors

• NetSmartz - An interactive guide to safety on the Internet for parents, law enforcement, and kids of all ages. Provided by the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.  

• National Center for Missing & Exploited Children  - The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children® is a non—profit 501(c)(3) corporation whose mission is to help find missing children, reduce child sexual exploitation, and prevent child victimization. Since 1984, NCMEC has served as the national clearinghouse and resource center for families, victims, private organizations, law enforcement and the public on issues relating to missing and sexually exploited children. "

• Breakthecylce.com -Resources for Parents and Educators regarding dating abuse.  Click here for a handout created by Marion County. 

If you are concerned about a student being at risk to harm someone, or to harm themselves, the following resources can assist you. If this is an emergency dial 911 or 988.

Marion County

Law Enforcement

Department of Human Services (DHS)

Mental Health Services

If you are concerned about a student being at risk to harm someone, or to harm themselves, the following resources can assist you. If this is an emergency dial 911 or 988.

Polk County

Law Enforcement & Department of Human Services

Department of Human Services (DHS)

Mental Health Services

If you are concerned about a student being at risk to harm someone, or to harm themselves, the following resources can assist you. If this is an emergency dial 911 or 988.

Yamhill County

Law Enforcement

Department of Human Services (DHS)

Mental Health Services

As parents, the safety of our students, their friends and classmates is an important part of the school experience.  There are resources and safeguards available, so please report your concerns, it could save lives.

Risk Factors

• The child communicate about the intent to harm others or themselves.
• The child is focused on a specific person or group of people to harm.
• The child is making a plan for harming others or themselves.
• There is a perceived motivation or reason to harm others or themselves.
• There is a perception of no alternatives to violence.
• There is a willingness to accept the consequences of violence.
• The child has an abnormal fascination with weapons, violence, or violent people.
• Other people are expressing concerns about the student's potential for harm.

Even if you are unsure, or if you can't identify risk factors such as those listed above, your concerns are important and should be reported. 

Marion County Risk Brochure

Polk County Risk Brochure

Yamhill County Risk Brochure  

Parents: If you have concerns of immediate danger, call 911 or 988.

If you are in search of mental health services to help you and your child, there is help.

• Private insurance, click here to find a mental health professional near you. 
• OHP insurance, click here to find more information regarding mental health services in Polk and Marion counties. 
• Mental Health Treatment centers by zipcode, click on The The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Behavioral Health Treatment Services locator.

One of the toughest decisions you may face is whether to tell an adult you are worried about a friend or fellow student.  Friends often feel they should stay silent, but when it comes to the safety of your friends or the safety of others, you can tell a trusted adult. It is an act of care and concern for your friend.      

How do I know if I'm overreacting to the situation?  

You don’t know.  But if your feelings tell you that something is wrong, you should report it to your parents, school administrator, counselor, teacher or other trusted adult.  By speaking up you let adults trained in asking the right questions to become involved and provide the help needed.  

What if my friend is just blowing off steam?  

That may be true if they make a one-time comment and there are no other signs that make you worry.  If your friend mentions hurting themselves or others more than once, or there is a specific plan to hurt themselves or others, you need to tell a trusted adult.  

What about the "Code of Silence" at my school?  

It's always hard to tell an adult about one of your peers.  The most important thing is to always keep your friends and classmates safe.  Tell an adult you trust.  Students will often talk or use social media to share their fears or anger.  Often they really want help and support.  If no one listens and takes action they may feel they have no alternative but to act on their intentions.  

If I report it, will it ruin my friendship? 

It's certainly possible that your friend might be angry at first.  It might damage your friendship. But you report because you care about this person.  Their safety, and the safety of others, is more important than a tough spot in your friendship.    

What should I report? 

If you feel anyone is in danger, it should be reported.  Even if you're not sure someone would actually carry out a threat or act of violence you should tell a trusted adult.  There may be more going on than you know, so it is very important to let trusted adults know of your concerns.

If you have concerns of immediate danger, contact Law Enforcement immediately by calling 911.  

Contact a Trusted Adult - Parent - School Administrator - School Resource Officer - Counselor