Sheriff Garcia at Bane ES

Sheriff Adrian Garcia of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office was recently invited to speak about his life and career to fourth- and fifth-grade students at Bane ES. Students learned that through positive life choices that Garcia made, he worked his way up the ranks of the Houston Police Department before running for Harris County Sheriff. 

Garcia also answered questions from students. He recognized the initiative of students who asked questions by presenting them with a commemorative pin from the Harris County Sheriff's Office. To thank him for his visit, Garcia was given a certificate of appreciation and a Bane Spirit shirt.

Sheriff Garcia presents fifth-grade student James Vickers-Jones with a commemorative pin, making him an honorary deputy of the department.

iWatch App

iWatch is a virtual crime watch that the CFISD community can use to anonymously report suspicious behaviors and activities. Using the iWatch mobile app, you can:

• send a text tip;
• send a complete tip with images and videos; or 
• call the tip hotline using nearly any smartphone. 

Apps are available for iPhone, Android, Blackberry and Windows phones. Links to download iWatch to your mobile device are available at http://www.iwatchharriscounty.com. You can read the official press release on the CFISD website. 

Here is a tutorial with photos explaining what to do after downloading the app: 

1.

After installing and opening the free app, tap enter iWatch.

Law Enforcement

CFISD employs 71 officers, including seven security officers, led by Chief of Police Alan Bragg as part of its independent police department. Here are a few things Chief Bragg wants you to remember:

• Watch Your Speed Limit: CFPD officers are authorized to issue traffic citations. CFPD has traffic units that monitor speed in school zones using radar, on or off school property.
• No Cell Phones In School Zones: As the school year begins, employees should remember that they cannot use cell phones in school zones—specifically during the times the reduced speed limit applies. A person who violates this law is subject to a $200 fine.
• Watch for Student Walkers
• Leave Early to Avoid Traffic Delays

Read the history of the CFISD Police Department on the district website.