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Safety & Security Newsletter

September 2023

Safety & Security Newsletter September 2023
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We are All Members of the Safety and Security Team

Administrators, teachers, staff, students, parents, and guardians fulfill various roles in our schools, and all of those roles support safety and security. Custodians, maintenance, office staff, administrators, teachers, nurses, aides, technology staff, counselors, food service, bus drivers, and even students, parents, and guardians are part of the safety and security team. Awareness is key to maximizing the effectiveness of our safety and security efforts. Everyone plays a crucial role in ensuring school safety and security.
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With the passage of HB 114 this legislative session, public schools are required to place students caught with a vape device on school grounds or at a school sanctioned event in a disciplinary alternative education program (DAEP) beginning September 1, 2023.

Safety Drills

As part of our ongoing commitment to preparedness and security, we conduct regular safety drills, and we want to take a moment to explain their purpose and significance.


Why We Conduct Safety Drills:


1. Safety Preparedness: The primary purpose of school emergency drills is to ensure that our students and staff are well-prepared for various emergency situations. Students and staff become familiar with the actions they should take in specific emergency scenarios through drills. This familiarity can reduce panic and confusion in a real emergency, allowing everyone to respond more calmly and safely.

2. Continuous Improvement: After each drill, we evaluate our performance and identify areas for improvement. This continuous feedback loop allows us to refine our emergency plans, making them more effective and responsive to evolving threats.


Types of Safety Drills Conducted:

1. Fire Drills: These drills prepare students and staff for a fire emergency, ensuring a safe and orderly evacuation from the building to designated assembly areas.

2. Lockdown Drills: Lockdown drills simulate situations where securing school buildings or classrooms is necessary. These drills are conducted to address potential issues or threats inside or outside the school building.

3. Tornado or Severe Weather Drills: These drills teach students and staff how to take shelter in designated safe areas within the school.

4. Bus Evacuation Drills: These drills teach students how to safely exit a bus or van in an emergency.

Standard Response Protocol Parent Handout - English

Standard Response Protocol Parent Handout - Spanish

Everyone plays a vital role in supporting school safety and security, and when we all work together, we can ensure a comprehensive approach to school safety.

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