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School Safety

The Board recognizes that its responsibility for the safety of students extends to its reaction to possible natural and man-made disasters and that such emergencies are best met by preparedness, planning, and training as determined by the District Administrator consistent with the Board-approved school safety plan.

Each school uses a school safety plan in accordance with State requirements, which is reviewed and approved annually by the Board. The plan contains guidelines and procedures to address school violence and attacks, threats of school violence and attacks, bomb threats, fire, weather-related emergencies, intruders, parent‐student reunification, and threats to non‐classroom events, including recess, concerts and other performances, athletic events, and any other extra-curricular activity or event.

 

The SPEAK UP, SPEAK OUT (SUSO) Resource Center is a comprehensive, one-stop place to turn with important school safety concerns.

Student Safety - A Top Priority

The following preventive measures and safety protocols are in place during school hours:

  • Each school has a secure entrance vestibule leading into the building
  • Exterior doors are locked after students arrive each morning at all schools
  • The buildings are equipped with security cameras to monitor entrances, hallways, and other areas, providing a visual record of activity and helping to identify potential threats. 
  • Access for visitors and late-arriving students is permitted only through the main entrance, where school personnel must buzz/sign them in
  • Visitors are run through a visitor management system before entering and must also wear identification
  • Lock-down procedures drills are conducted multiple times per year in addition to fire and tornado drills

Board Policies

School Board Policies and Guidelines can be found in full on Board Docs

  • 8405 - ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY PROGRAM
  • 8407 - SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER PROGRAM
  • 8410 - CRISIS INTERVENTION
  • 8420 - SCHOOL SAFETY
  • 8462.01 - THREATS OF VIOLENCE