Teachers and administrators lack an effective, safe method to prevent a young student from running out of the classroom and returning home unsupervised, without physical restraint or disruption to the rest of the class.

Workarounds Described

• teacher physically blocks classroom door
• teacher lets student run and then notifies administrator
• teacher runs after student to bring them back
• office calls mom to convince student to return

Implied Software Gaps

• Proactive elopement detection and alert system without physical restraint
• Automated engagement protocol to guide student back safely
• Data insights to identify triggers and reduce elopement frequency

SafeStay Elopement Monitor

SafeStay Elopement Monitor is a wearable sensor and classroom alert system that notifies staff the moment a student leaves a designated area, enabling early intervention without chasing. It pairs with a calming engagement app that guides the student back using personalized incentives, reducing risk and teacher burden.