NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – A Tennessee lawmaker has introduced a bill to implement a tracking system for “early warning signs” displayed by students in schools.
Sen. Bill Powers, R-Clarksville, introduced the bill in mid-December to implement a computer-based system used by teachers and staff to collect data on “early warning signs” demonstrated by students.
What are early warning signs?
The bill’s language explains that “early warning signs” are described as evidence of safety, health or behavioral issues exhibited by a student. It also includes, but is not limited to:
- Indicators of a student engaging in or being the victim of harassment, intimidation, bullying or cyberbullying
- Making or receiving threats of violence
- Exhibiting signs of substance abuse, mental health issues, self-harm or suicidal ideation
The computer-based system will be used by teachers and staff to input data on early warning signs.
“Each LEA and public charter school shall ensure that each teacher and school staff member is trained to identify early warning signs and on how to input data into the computer-based system,” the bill states…