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Goal 2: Safety & Security

Enhance school safety and security.                                        

Objective 2.1 Upgrade security infrastructure across all schools.

  • 2.1.1    Invest in and update security systems and secure entry points.
    • Review and update existing security cameras.
    • Install additional card access point(s) across the buildings.
    • Consider additional window graphics/coverings to improve student dignity and privacy concerns.
  • 2.1.2 Conduct regular safety audits and facility assessments.
    • Review and enhance safety drill protocols.

Objective 2.2 Strengthen proactive threat assessment and emergency response.

  • 2.2.1 Expand and strengthen multidisciplinary threat assessment teams and processes.
    • Conduct ongoing Threat Assessment and Suicide Risk Assessment Training.
    • Provide regular training for staff and students on safety protocols, including athletic and extracurricular events.
  • 2.2.2 Evaluate athletic and extra-curricular protocols and facilities, identify weaknesses and areas to improve.
    • Evaluate physical areas, entry points and procedures for improvement.
    • Consider additional student ID card scanning and review requirements for attendance at Athletic events.
    • Create standard announcements to be read before athletics and extracurricular activities.
    • Review evacuation routes and maps and adjust as needed.

Objective 2.3 Promote a culture of safety and preparedness.

  • 2.3.1 Engage and educate families and community partners in safety planning and understanding of physical and psychological safety measures within the district.
    • Solicit feedback from families and community partners.
    • Provide continued awareness of safety improvements to the community.
  • 2.3.2 Continue to foster relationships with law enforcement among all municipalities
    • Review involvement of Security and Operations departments with local law enforcement.
    • Continue to integrate the Director of Security and School Resource Officer into school logistics.
  • 2.3.3 Strengthen schoolwide student supervision and behavioral support
    • Review/designate staff leadership for student supervision throughout the schools (before/after school, lunch, recess, etc).
    • Continue to integrate behavioral consultants to support all elementary buildings.