Teach You Child About Emergencies:  Crisis response education must begin in the home.  All homes should have an emergency plan, which includes a check in point and person in the event family members are separated.  Children must understand that in an emergency they must listen for instructions and respond as directed for their safety and the safety of others.

Get Involved: Schools needs resources to effectively plan for emergencies.  Such needs include supplies for evacuation and shelter-in-place kits.  Schools also need parent and community input in preparing crisis plans which address the concerns and needs of parents.  Our best mitigation tool is planning and preparation.

Ask for Assistance:  It is common for students to experience problems; however, there are many resources available in the school setting.  Talk with your SRO and school counselor if you have concerns or notice changes and difficulties with your child.  This allows our personnel to monitor the situation and try to understand what factors may be affecting the child.  By communicating we can develop a strategy that focuses on the welfare of the child. 

Together we can create a safe and productive environment for our children.  Communicate and get involved.