September is Safety Month in School District 25! Throughout the month, all of our schools will conduct various safety drills to ensure students know what to do in case of emergencies or incidents. These drills prepare students and staff for situations like fire, severe weather, or lockdowns. By practicing these procedures, we aim to create a safer environment where everyone is ready to respond calmly and effectively in any situation.

Keep a eye out for more specific information from your school or principal on when your student will participate in safety drills.

District 25 is now using an Illinois school safety helpline aimed at providing students a place to report information that might prevent bullying, suicide, and campus violence.

The program, Safe2Help, was launched statewide (Oct. 2021) and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It allows students to confidentially share school safety issues. The service is free to schools. While District 25 encourages students who feel unsafe to confide in a trusted adult, Safe2Help allows students who cannot reach out in person to instead reach out for help via a mobile app, a text, email, or phone call, or seek aid through Safe2Help.com.

Safe2Help information resides on the back of every student bus pass as well as within their assignment notebooks.

Information gleaned from Safe2Help is vetted and shared immediately with local school officials, mental health professionals, and/or local law enforcement and 911 if calls reference immediate threats. The program offers District 25 support by connecting students with tools and mental health resources to help students before they harm themselves or others.

Understanding safety terminology is key to keeping our schools secure. On this page, you'll find definitions of the terms and concepts we use in our district’s safety protocols. Familiarizing yourself with these terms will help you stay informed and prepared. Let's work together to ensure a safe learning environment for everyone.

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IN SCHOOL

At Arlington Heights School District 25, we are committed to ensuring that every student feels safe, supported, and empowered throughout the school day. Our In-School Support Options provide essential resources to help students navigate challenges, build resilience, and thrive academically and emotionally. Through Social Emotional Supports, students have access to guidance and interventions that promote well-being and positive relationships. Our Related Services Supports offer specialized assistance tailored to individual needs, ensuring every student receives the care and resources necessary for success. Click below to explore how these supports can make a difference for your child.

Social Emotional Supports

Related Services Supports

COMMUNITY SUPPORTS

Safety Town Hall Follow-Up

On March 12, 2025, we hosted a community town hall at Thomas Middle School focused on school safety. As a reminder, the Arlington Heights Police Department was present and everyone in our community was welcome to attend.

As promised, we are providing a follow-up to a question raised during the meeting: How many “stranger danger” incidents have surrounding school districts had to communicate out in the past year? Based on our review, there have been 2 total reported “stranger danger” incidents shared by surrounding school districts over the past year.

You can read the full follow-up letter from the meeting by clicking here.

As always, we remain committed to transparent communication and continuous improvement in all areas of safety.