"Students are not identified in a consistent fashion as being a threat," Shekleton said.
He said a single contact person who handles all reports of disturbing behavior is necessary. "We're reviewing agreements with local law enforcement to establish systematic action that would be consistent with student privacy rights," he said.
Regent Terry Baloun wondered if the task force and the rest of the country is spending too much time analyzing research and data and not acting fast enough.
Kramer agreed some over-analyzing might be happening but but said expectations are high.
"People expect that we have systems in place to protect their family members, friends, etc.," he said.
Information from: Rapid City Journal, http://www.rapidcityjournal.com
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