Strengthening Campus Communities: High School District 230 Hosts Annual School Safety Conference

Consolidated High School District 230 (comprising Sandburg, Stagg, and Andrew High Schools) hosted its latest School Safety Conference, bringing together over 100 dedicated first responders, administrators, and regional educational leaders. Growing interest and expanding participation led the district to move this year’s event to a larger venue at Moraine Valley Community College (MVCC).

Keynote Insight: Expert Threat Assessment

The conference featured keynote speaker Molly Amman, a former FBI profiler, prosecutor, and threat assessment specialist. Her presentation highlighted early intervention tactics, behavioral indicators, and multi-agency coordination to mitigate campus risks.

Collaborative Breakout Sessions

Participants engaged in interactive breakout sessions led by regional experts, covering key operational and preventative strategies:

• Facility Safety Dogs: Integrating trained facility dogs to support campus security, de-escalation, and student emotional well-being.

• Law Enforcement Outreach: Strengthening relationships between local law enforcement agencies and school communities.

• Multidisciplinary Threat Assessment Committees: Implementing cross-functional teams to identify and evaluate potential safety risks early.

• Digital & Online Safety Software: Utilizing technology platforms to monitor digital environments, flag threats, and protect student privacy.

District 230’s Comprehensive Safety Framework

The Safety Conference aligns with District 230’s ongoing safety measures across its high schools:

1. Anonymous & Immediate Reporting Tools

District 230 utilizes the Say Something reporting platform, allowing students, parents, and community members to submit anonymous tips regarding safety concerns, harassment, or threats.

2. Tiered Emergency Crisis Response

For urgent situations, the district provides direct connection protocols, linking community members to 911 emergency services and the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

3. Administrative Investigation Standards

Reported safety concerns trigger standardized administrative protocols, ensuring private interviews, thorough investigations, and proactive resolution without direct peer confrontation.

4. Specialized Leadership

The district's security initiatives are overseen by dedicated administrative leadership - including specialized expertise in preventing targeted school violence and implementing comprehensive safety plans.