Austin, TX – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding parents that threats to school safety are never a joke — and even those made in jest can carry serious legal and academic consequences.
As part of its ongoing 90 Days of Safety campaign, DPS released a new PSA through the Texas School Safety Center (TXSSC) encouraging parents to talk to their children about the dangers of making or sharing threats. According to DPS, even false or “joking” threats can lead to long-term effects on a student’s future, including disciplinary action or criminal charges.
The campaign also emphasizes the importance of speaking up when students see or hear potential threats. “If you see something, do something,” the department urges, reinforcing that reporting concerns is about safety — not “snitching.”
Parents can access additional safety resources and learn how to report suspicious activity through the Texas School Safety Center’s website at https://bit.ly/4qKT6PA.
The PSA is part of a broader statewide initiative aimed at keeping Texas families and schools safe by promoting awareness, responsibility, and open communication.
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