Safety & Resolving concerns 

Seattle Public Schools

Parents & Student Guardians — be sure your school has your current telephone number and emergency contact information. Contact your school directly to update your contact information.

Reporting Safety Concerns

➜ In an emergency, call 911

Contact SPS Safety & Security for:
• Student or staff safety concerns and questions
• Emergency preparedness information

The Safety & Security Department is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Safe Schools Hotline: 206-252-0510
Safety & Security Department: 206-252-0707
security_office@seattleschools.org

SPS Mobile App for anonymous safety reporting
To download the app, open your phone’s app store and search “Seattle Public Schools.” You may also use this universal link to download the app.

Resolving other Non-emergency Concerns with SPS

For resolving other non-emergency concerns, Seattle Public Schools suggests several options on their website from contacting teachers, counselors, principals, and student support services, to reporting bullying, discrimination, and employee concerns.

Need help navigating the System? You can always contact Seattle Council PTSA or connect with your school PTA for questions and support.

Contact the Seattle Public Schools Ombudsperson
If you aren’t sure who to contact or if you feel the school or departments are not following policy or fair practice, you can also contact the district ombudsperson’s office. The ombudsperson works with families and schools to resolve concerns that cannot be solved at the school level.

Contact the State Education Ombudsperson
Additionally, The Washington State Office of Education Ombuds is a resource to help families and communities address concerns with schools and districts.

Safety Study Hall

Created by the Department of Health in partnership with the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
The Safety Study Hall is a library of information and resources on several health and safety issues for schools, students, and families/caregivers including…

Opioid Overdose Prevention Strategies
The opioid overdose crisis has deeply impacted communities across the nation, and young people are not immune to its effects. Understanding the signs of opioid overdose, knowing how to respond, and being informed about prevention strategies are critical steps in safeguarding the health and safety of children and youth.

Secure Storage of Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drugs
Every year across the nation, thousands of children are treated in emergency rooms for medication-related poisonings that often occur when they find and ingest drugs that are not stored securely. Safely storing prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications and other potentially dangerous substances is key to protecting children and adults.

Secure Storage of Firearms and Ammunition
According to a study, households that locked both firearms and ammunition were 78% less likely to experience self-inflicted firearm injuries and had an 85% lower risk of accidental firearm injuries among children, compared to households that did not lock either (Grossman et al., 2005). Storing firearms safely is important to keep everyone safe, especially children. When firearms are not stored properly, accidents can happen, like a child finding a gun and getting hurt, or someone stealing it and using it for a crime.

Additional Resources