When Seconds Count: Rethinking Panic Buttons for Real-World School Emergencies

A school emergency doesn’t begin with an announcement, it begins with a moment.  

A sound. A glance. A gut instinct. In that instant, a staff member must decide what to do, and every second that follows matters. 

That’s why the panic button isn’t just a tool, it’s a connection. A bridge between awareness and response. A quiet, confident way to say: help is on the way. 

Built for Urgency. Designed for Real Life. 

Kokomo24/7®'s Panic Button solution was created with one purpose in mind: to help school staff act quickly and confidently in any situation. Because when the unexpected happens, people shouldn't be left to figure it out alone, they should feel supported by systems that work. 

When a panic button is pressed, whether from a wearable, mobile, or desktop device, Kokomo24/7® immediately: 

• Notifies administrators and first responders 

• Pinpoints the location of the emergency 

• Launches pre-configured response workflows 

• Sends out alerts via SMS, email, PA systems, and integrated signage 
  

It all happens in seconds, without confusion or delay, because fast, clear communication saves time, and saved time can save lives. 

Every School Operates Differently, And Your Panic Button Should Reflect That 

That’s why Kokomo24/7® offers multiple ways to activate help: wearable buttons for mobile staff, desktop devices for front offices, and virtual triggers from any connected device. Whether you're monitoring a single building or multiple campuses, staff can signal for help in the way that fits best, and the platform takes it from there: 

• Alerts and workflows are tailored to each school site 

• Deployment works with your current infrastructure 

• Notifications are customizable by audience and channel 
  

It’s flexibility without compromise, supporting your people, your procedures, and your pace. 

More Than a Button, Part of a Bigger Solution 

Kokomo24/7®'s Panic Button doesn’t stand alone. It’s part of a fully integrated safety ecosystem designed for schools. That means it connects with tools already in use, like: 

• Visitor and volunteer management 

• Behavioral threat assessment 

• Anonymous reporting and escalation 

• Incident documentation and audit trails 

• Environmental alerts (weather, vape, door sensors)  

This all-in-one approach ensures your safety systems work together, not in silos, giving you visibility, consistency, and confidence. 

Designed with Schools. Delivered with Partnership. 

Kokomo24/7® was built by working side-by-side with educators. Our panic button solution reflects that same spirit of collaboration. We take the time to understand each district’s emergency response plan, infrastructure, and communication preferences, then configure and train accordingly. 

From the first consultation to ongoing support, we make sure schools feel equipped, not overwhelmed. 

When Calm Needs to Be Immediate, the Right Tools Make the Difference 

No technology can eliminate threats, but the right technology can give your team time. Clarity. Confidence. And the power to act with purpose. 

That’s what Kokomo24/7® provides: a panic button solution that’s proactive, personal, and part of something bigger. 

Because safety shouldn’t be about reacting. It should be about preparing, together.

About Kokomo24/7® 

Since 2018, Kokomo24/7®’s configuration-based platform has helped over 120 national and global organizations respond quickly to safety, wellness, and compliance needs. From visitor management to behavioral threat assessment and emergency alerts, Kokomo24/7® powers holistic school safety for a better everyday experience.