The Florida Department of Education is currently developing a new Safety and Threat Management Portal (STMP) which aims to help schools curb school violence and identify and address threats proactively.
The Department of Education is working with software developer Versaterm to develop the new data system and portal.
The portal, set to launch with the next school year, helps school safety teams proactively evaluate and address concerning behaviors and potential threats, fostering a safer learning environment for all students.
In a press release, the department and Versaterm highlighted benefits of the STMP, including:
- Structured support that provides a clear framework for addressing student welfare and managing the threat assessment process, ensuring a consistent and effective approach for school teams.
- Uniform processes and reporting methods that better enable the evaluation of potential threats and streamline the management of actual threats.
- The ability to securely transfer student records, enhancing communication and continuity of care for students who transfer within schools or districts.
- School Environmental Safety Incident Reporting System (SESIR) data management to receive, analyze and aggregate SESIR report data and make it readily available.
“Versaterm will work to advance school safety for all Florida students,” said Adam Schwartz, the company’s chief revenue officer. “The evolved school safety landscape demands a holistic, proactive approach. Florida’s new STMP equips schools with the tools to address potential threats effectively, ensuring a supportive and secure learning environment.”
