Emergency Procedures


More information regarding family reunification to come soon.

SNOW…ICE…NO ELECTRICITY…EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSURE - In case of a school district closure you will be notified via email and phone through School Messenger.  It is important that all phone numbers and email addresses are up to date in the school office.  Updated information will also be posted on the school website. School closure or late start announcements will also be made on the Orcas Island School District FACEBOOK page and the following radio and television stations:  

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Earthquake Procedures - During and immediately after an earthquake students should not attempt to leave the building. Students should immediately seek cover under tables or desks, or next to supporting walls. Keep away from window areas. When instructed by your teacher, proceed to the emergency evacuation area (ball field) taking care when walking near the buildings – do not walk under the covered play structure.

 

Emergency Evacuation - When the alarm rings - evacuate all buildings and report with your class to the emergency evacuation area (ball field). Walk quickly and quietly. As you are walking to the ball field, move away from the building, take care walking near the covered play structure and when crossing driveways and parking lots. Do not re-enter the building until you are directed to.

 

Shelter in Place / Lockdown Procedures - In the event of a lockdown for student safety, an announcement will be made via the intercom system that the school is in a lockdown. Students are to remain in the room that they are in at the time of the announcement. Any student out of a classroom should immediately seek shelter in the nearest classroom. Once the school is locked down no one inside a room is to open the door. Emergency or school personnel will open the classroom door with a key. Students are asked to remain quiet and calm and to follow their teacher’s directions. Following the declaration of a lockdown no announcements over the intercom or bells/alarms should be regarded.