SaferWatch

As a high school student, I love the fact that there's an app for my phone that can notify me of safety threats or situations in my location (whether it be school, home, or work). Since school shootings sadly seem to becoming more widespread, I'm grateful that there's a simple and easy way to communicate and stay safe during a time of crisis. To me the most innovative aspect of SaferWatch is it's "tipster" feature, where anyone can submit a tip about a crime or threat to public safety. This is so much better than the alternative of calling 911 and be treated like you situation is no big deal. Also, my parents love this because they too can be notified or submit tips on safety problems regarding their children or community as a whole. THANK YOU SAFERWATCH!

This app brought to me a way of feeling safer. And as a mom of a High School Student this is much better! Because all of the students are able to download it, and use it when it is necessary. But not just students are able to use it. Parents can use it too. Parents, please, talk with your kids about it! If you see something suspicious anywhere you can immediately report it. You can take a picture or a screenshot if you want, and this is very good! Because it helps the police identify and investigate the problem faster. Also, you can report as anonymous if you want. You can report shootings, sexual harassment, misconduct of a teacher, or student, a kidnapping, threat, or any suspicions you might have. This app only helps, And always remember, IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING. Be part of the solution!

Have had this app about a year and every time I have used it BSO has been very responsive. It would be nice to get a notification once the issue has been addressed or resolved. They do advise they received the tip and it’s under review. The local notifications could be beefed up as well. Overall I really like having this app.

This app is going to keep communities safe. As a mother, knowing my child will have the ability to communicate when she doesn’t feel safe, and I can receive alerts “relevant to her school” is amazing. I love the fact that real-time tips will now be delivered to law enforcement. This app will reduce response times, increase safety and allow two-way communication.

As a parent, I can’t tell you how grateful I am for SaferWatch. Living in constant fear of what could happen while my child is at school, this app has given me a sense of security that I didn’t have before. Just knowing that, if necessary, my son has the ability to immediately alert myself and the police allows me some relief. Thank you!