Prevention

The following prevention services are offered by Dyersburg City Schools:

• Access for students grades 6-12 to the anonymous P3 reporting system, including an app and website, for submitting tips about possible threats to schools or students who may harm themselves.

• SafeTN app for community members to report possible threats of school violence.  For more information visit:  

• Suicide Prevention Hotline (call or text): 988 

• Specialized training provided to DCS staff

• Additional protocols and procedures at every school.  DCS does not disclose to preserve safety and security.
  

• Random safety screenings are conducted across K-8, middle and high schools. Screenings are also conducted at random by a Gun detection canine and Narcotics detection canine

• Evolv Weapons Detections Systems are actively monitoring entrances at our middle and high schools. Installations are being investigated for PreK-5. 
  
  

• Investigating 24/7 surveillance integration platform for both interior and exterior of buildings