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August 20, 2026
LANSING – As schools across the state welcome students back for the new academic year, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, State Superintendent Dr. Glenn Maleyko, and Michigan State Police (MSP) Director Col. James F. Grady II are reminding parents and students that Michigan’s student safety program, OK2SAY, is a valuable resource to help keep students safe.
“Students often know what’s happening in their schools long before adults do, and OK2SAY empowers them to report concerns directly and confidentially,” said Attorney General Nessel. “These tips have undoubtedly helped save lives and prevent violence. I encourage Michigan students to use these resources so kids can receive the support they need and have a safe place to learn.”
OK2SAY, which is housed within the MSP Office of School Safety, allows students to confidentially report tips on potential harm or criminal activities directed at students, school employees, or schools in this state. Since its launch in 2014, OK2SAY has received more than 78,000 tips. In 2025, the program received 10,777 tips (PDF).
“OK2SAY continues to prove its value, giving our students the tools and confidence to help keep schools and communities safe,” said Col. James F. Grady II, director of the MSP. “Last year, the OK2SAY system recorded its second highest number of tips since its inception in 2014. Each tip we receive is a reminder that our students are willing to speak up when they sense something could be harmful.”
Attorney General Nessel, Superintendent Maleyko, and Col. Grady are also reminding schools to register at least one official’s emergency after-hours contact information, which must be updated biannually. This helps facilitate effective school personnel communication.
“Improving the health, safety and wellness of all learners is one of the goals in Michigan’s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan,” said State Superintendent Dr. Glenn Maleyko. “OK2SAY moves us toward that goal. For students to be able to learn, they need to feel safe when they go to school and feel heard and supported when they have concerns about their safety and the safety of others.”
OK2SAY is available statewide for public and nonpublic schools in Michigan. If you receive a threat or know of a threat of violence against your community, please contact your local law enforcement or call 9-1-1. Non-emergency tips can be submitted the following ways:
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