What is a Lockdown Drill?

A lockdown is a safety procedure used when there is a concern about an immediate threat or danger on or near the school campus. During a lockdown: 

• All doors are locked, and students and staff remain inside classrooms or secure areas. 

• Movement around campus is restricted, and no one is allowed to enter or leave the building. 

• Instruction may pause while staff focus on safety protocols. 

• The school works closely with law enforcement to assess and manage the situation. 

Lockdowns are used to protect students and staff from potential harm and are lifted only when authorities determine it is safe to do so. 

• Report to your classroom if possible.  If not, enter the nearest room. 

• Get everyone inside their rooms including other students, staff and/or site visitors. 

• Lock classroom doors and windows. Close the blinds / curtains, shelter on the floor. 

• Relocate other students and other occupants away from doors and windows. 

• TURN OFF YOUR LIGHTS. 

• Instruct students to remain calm and silent, including silencing cell phones. 

• Maintain a calm environment. 

• If an explosion or gunfire is heard. 

• Prepare for Run, Hide, Fight if necessary. 

• Wait for further instructions which may come over the intercom or email. 

• The code is rescinded only when conditions are deemed safe by the incident commander/Fresno PD/ Fresno Fire Dept./ FUSD Safety. Teachers are given the “All Clear” over the intercom and two-way radios.