SJC AlertMe: Real-time safety at your fingertips

Feb 25, 2026Jacquelynn Conger
SJC AlertMe

San Jacinto College has introduced SJC AlertMe, a free mobile app that keeps our entire community—students, employees, families, and visitors—informed and prepared. From severe weather and campus closures to situational updates and quick access to resources, SJC AlertMe puts timely information where it matters most: on your phone.

Why it matters to our community

Whether you’re a parent checking conditions before a campus visit, a dual-credit student commuting from high school, or a neighbor who attends events at San Jac, being “in the know” helps everyone plan better and stay safer. SJC AlertMe complements our existing campus safety efforts with fast, direct communication you can rely on.

SJC AlertMe

Key features at a glance

  • Instant alerts: Real-time notifications for emergencies, severe weather, and campus-impacting updates.
  • Report concerns: Share tips and photos directly to campus safety—anonymously if you choose.
  • Resource hub: Quick access to emergency procedures, maps, and key contacts (select resources available offline).
  • Safety on the move: Optional features like “walk with a friend”/lone-worker check-ins help you arrive safely.
  • Targeted updates: Follow the campuses and topics that matter to you.
  • Privacy-minded: Location and notifications are opt-in; you control your settings.

Who should download it?

  • Students & employees who want the fastest, most reliable campus updates.
  • Families & guardians who want timely information before pick-ups, visits, or severe weather.
  • Community members & partners who attend events, meetings, or trainings at San Jac.

Get the app

Download SJC AlertMe from Apple App Store or Google Play.

Note: In an immediate emergency or life-threatening situation, always call 911 first.

About San Jacinto College

Surrounded by monuments of history, evolving industries, maritime enterprises of today, and the space age of tomorrow, San Jacinto College has served the people of East Harris County, Texas, since 1961. The College is ranked second in the nation among more than 1,100 community colleges, as designated by the Aspen Institute and was named an Achieving the Dream Leader College of Distinction in 2020. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution that spans five campuses, plus an online college, San Jacinto College serves approximately 45,000 credit and non-credit students annually. It offers more than 200 degrees and certificates across eight major areas of study that put students on a path to transfer to four-year institutions or enter the workforce. The College is fiscally sound, holding bond ratings of AA+ by Standard & Poor’s and Aa2 by Moody’s. San Jacinto College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.