The annual National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims pays tribute and honors murder victims and their surviving family members. Crime victims and survivors will gather at events across the country to commemorate this Day of Remembrance. The purpose of this event is to focus on the impact of murder on families and communities, and ways to support and serve survivors. Family members and loved ones of murder victims, law enforcement, victim service agencies, parents of murdered children, and community members are invited to attend. Please bring a photo of your loved one. Masks are recommended. Event details are subject to change based on CDC Guidelines. For questions, contact Andy Kahan akahan@crime-stoppers.org | 832-274-8379
Over the years, there has been an uptick in students using dangerous and hateful language online. Join Safe Community Manager, Sydney Zuiker, as she discusses language warning signs, what constitutes dangerous language online, and new trends in chat rooms and online gaming. Watch the recorded presentation here! This virtual statewide webinar is made possible by Texas Education Agency (TEA).
Social Media companies argue that regulation of their platforms would regulate our constitutional right to freedom of speech. Join Education Specialist, Kaitlynn Frey for a discussion on the bounds of freedom of speech, recent supreme court cases regarding freedom of speech, and what we can do to protect ourselves and our young people unregulated, online platforms. The recorded the presentation here! This presentation is made possible by Spindletop Charities, Inc. and our Safe Community Program sponsors: • Texas Office of the Governor • The Hamill Foundation • Harris County Commissioners Court - Commissioner R. Jack Cagle • The Longenbaugh Fund • Houston PetSet • Lawrence and Linda Levy
ESRB stands for Entertainment Software Rating Board. ESRB ratings provide information about what type of content, language, and actions are in games and apps. These rating helps adults make informed decisions on which games are appropriate for students. Please join Education Specialist, Nayeli Moyeda, as she walks participants through these ratings as well as mainstream app ratings. This virtual statewide webinar is made possible by Texas Education Agency (TEA). Register here!
Technology and the Internet has caused a whole new form of bullying: cyberbullying. Join Assistant Programs Manager, Kaitlynn Frey for a presentation that looks at the difference between in-person bullying and cyberbullying, addresses parent and school responsibilities regarding bullying, covers current bullying laws, and provides guidance on what to do should your child become a victim of bullying. Watch the recorded presentation here! This presentation is made possible by Spindletop Charities, Inc. and our Safe Community Program sponsors: - Texas Office of the Governor - The Hamill Foundation - Harris County Commissioners Court - Commissioner R. Jack Cagle - The Longenbaugh Fund - Harris County Sheriff’s Office Foundation - Houston PetSet - Lawrence and Linda Levy
Severe cyber-bullying is not only occurring on social media platforms and anonymous apps, it is also occurring on popular video games. This bullying can be harder to spot by adults. Join Education Specialist, Nayeli Moyeda, for a discussion covering bullying on gaming platforms as well as gender-based bullying and the nuance behind how young girls and boys treat each other online. Watch the recorded presentation here! This virtual statewide webinar is made possible by Texas Education Agency (TEA).
Join Safe Community Program Manager, Sydney Zuiker for a panel discussion with experts in our city about domestic violence. We will cover signs of domestic violence, where to report suspected relational violence, and available resources. This presentation is made possible by Spindletop Charities, Inc. and our Safe Community Program sponsors: Watch the recorded presentation here! - Texas Office of the Governor - The Hamill Foundation - Harris County Commissioners Court - Commissioner R. Jack Cagle - The Longenbaugh Fund - Harris County Sheriff’s Office Foundation - Houston PetSet - Lawrence and Linda Levy
Join Education Specialist, Ernesto Reyes, to discuss the “rickroll” trend that used to be on YouTube and how clickbait strategies on all platforms lead to misleading video titles, exposure to unwanted content, and inappropriate adds. He will also cover how these processes work, hacking in general via hackers looking for revenue or personal information. Register to learn how to spot and protect your privacy! This virtual statewide webinar is made possible by Texas Education Agency (TEA). Register here!
The rise of the Internet has caused increased financial vulnerabilities. Join Education Specialist, Nayeli Moyeda for a presentation that provides tools to help avoid financial scams and loss, as well as how to avoid falling prey to financial crimes This presentation is made possible by Spindletop Charities, Inc. and our Safe Community Program sponsors: - Texas Office of the Governor - The Hamill Foundation - Harris County Commissioners Court - Commissioner R. Jack Cagle - The Longenbaugh Fund - Harris County Sheriff’s Office Foundation - Houston PetSet - Lawrence and Linda Levy Register here!
Educators are legally required to report crimes that directly affect student populations. Join the former longest serving Harris County felony Judge, Maria T. Jackson, and Safe School Manager, Jenna Fondren, as they discuss important child abuse, bullying, and cyber crime laws every educator should know! This virtual statewide webinar is made possible by Texas Education Agency (TEA). Watch the recorded webinar here!
Adolescent sexting and inappropriate photo sharing are on the rise! Unfortunately, these actions are becoming normalized across campuses. Join Education Specialist, Ernesto Reyes, to discuss the consequences and procedures related to sharing intimate visual material of minors. Watch the recorded presentation here! This virtual statewide webinar is made possible by Texas Education Agency (TEA)