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Emergency Protocol

The purpose of emergency drills is to practice procedures in preparation for emergencies.

These drills are vital for us to practice in the event we ever find ourselves in an emergency situation. Students are expected to follow all staff direction during any emergency drill to ensure everyone on our campus is prepared in the event an emergency occurs.

Fire Drills

* Students will follow the direction of school personnel and evacuate the building swiftly and silently in a single file line when the fire alarm rings.

* Staff members will lead students to their designated area.

* If students are in the hall or away from their assigned classroom when the fire alarm sounds, they should exit the school and find a staff member to check in with.

Lockdown Drills

* Staff will initiate a lockdown via the loud speakers or verbally

* Teachers will lock doors and lower window blinds.

* Students must move away from view of windows. Under no circumstance may anyone leave the room or open doors until an ‘all-clear’ signal is given from the office.

* If a lockdown occurs during lunch, students in the cafeteria will report to the gym.

* If a student is in the hallway or a bathroom during a lockdown, they should immediately proceed to the nearest classroom or office.

Earthquake Drills

* Teachers will direct students to duck and cover.

* Students will find a location in the classroom away from objects that might fall or windows that might shatter.

* Students will remain in the ‘duck and cover’ position until given the ‘all-clear’ signal or further instructions.