The information generated through the system is held in the highest regard of confidentiality. One high school in Washington D.C., which uses the program, said it was very helpful in identifying problems, but would not be specific about the level of effectiveness. Parents, teachers and counselors are often notified. That's not a large number, by any means, and it's likely that your child's school is not a participant. If you haven't heard about it, my guess is that they're not using the system.
Schools do have an obligation to investigate any complaint a student brings to their attention.
Law enforcement and school authorities alike are wrestling with the notion of allowing kids to be kids, and allowing them to express their uniqueness safely without the threat of being targeted as a possible criminal. But with recent events that have taken place across the nation, there is obviously a concern for safety. This is a work in progress. This remains a fairly new chapter in American history. As one law enforcement officer told me yesterday, this is truly an area where parents, teachers, administrators, law enforcement, and our young people need to come together.