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School Safety 2013-2014BHS

Did you know?May 18, 1927

45 people were killed, including 38 elementary students, by a series of explosions at the Bath Consolidated School (Michigan)

Andrew Kehoe, a school board member and farmer detonated explosives he planted under the school killing himself, the superintendent, students, and staff.BHSSafety Again?Safety and security dont just happen; they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear. Nelson Mandela

By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.Benjamin FranklinBHSSafety Again?!Our #1 priority is the safety and security of every student and staff member in this building. We cannot be complacent or think that bad things will never happen to us.This is OUR school, OUR home, TOGETHER we must be accountable to and for one another.

BHSWhy am I here?Emergency preparedness is first and foremost about people preparedness. Top 5 Reasons Schools Fail in an Emergency5. Failure to develop an all hazards plan.

4. Failure to disseminate the plan.

Failure to exercise the plan.

Failure to update the plan.

1. The ostrich principle: it wont happen here. School SafetyMeetings with Dr. Kerr and review of building and district safety plansMapping Your Schools Spaces exercisesDepartment level, Building levelDistrict partnership with local law enforcement and emergency servicesTours of building/Monthly K9 visitsOrganization of a building go kit

BHSSchool SafetyThe U.S. Department of Education's Office of Safe and Healthy Students (OSHS) encourages schools to consider emergency management in the context of its four phases: mitigation/prevention, preparedness, response and recovery. One activity suggested by OSHS for enhancing school preparedness is the creation of a portable collection of essential emergency supplies, or Go Kits.

BHSSchool SafetyPlace the magnet flat over the strike plate After magnet is placed, lock your classroom door.

When the door is closed it will not latch completely, allowing access to the classroom while keeping the door locked at all times. REMEMBER: In a lockdown situation simply remove the magnet and close the door. You DO NOT want to waste time looking for your keys to lock your door; nor do you want to stand in the hallway locking your door.

BHSLockdown ProcedureIf a lockdown is ordered:Stay calm. Quickly survey hallway/restrooms near classroomOrder any students in hall/restrooms into your classroom.Move students in public areas to closest secure area, if possible.Remove door magnet to place door in locked position.Move students to a corner of the room (out of sight of the door).Sit students on the floor.Instruct students to remain quiet.Cover window(s) on or near door.Close blinds.Turn off the lights.Barricade door with furniture. Stay in room until notified by an administrator.ONLY open door for a police officer or staff member; follow his or her directions.If you are outside when a lockdown is ordered, proceed to the designated safe site. BHSSafety RemindersBe visible-wear your badge.Encourage students to keep moving.Keep your doors locked-do not prop outside doors.Do not leave your class/students unattended!Take safety drills seriously. Move students quickly and account for ALL students.Keep your ears open and eyes moving: ISIS!Information through SupervisionIntelligence through Surveillance

BHSSafety RemindersSafety is everyones responsibility.We are never off duty.Caring has a purpose.When students do not feel connected to adults and their school community, we are all at risk.Avoid embarrassment, sarcasm, and humiliation tactics as they increase the likelihood for aggression.

BHSOwning Space ScheduleContinually staffed throughout the school dayDepartmental collaboration (Template-Chairs)Individual teacher requirement: Minimum 50% ownership

TeacherAssigned Owned SpaceBefore School7:30-7:45Period 1-2Period 2-3Period 3-4Period 4-5Period 5-6Period 6-7Period 7-8After School2:25-2:30Admin Pre-assigned designated areasBHSFERPAFamily Educational Rights and Privacy ActA Federal Law that protects the privacy of student educational records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.

When in doubt dont give it out! (IEP data, SAP, etc.)Refer requests for student academic information to the school office or designated personnel.Information on a computer should be treated with the same confidentiality as a paper copy.Do not leave confidential information displayed on an unattended computer.Cover or put away papers that contain confidential information if you are going to step away from your desk.Communication is Key!When in doubt, ask questions!

Use your closest resources:Department Members

Department Chair/Support Staff/Guidance

Administration

Questions?