Emergency Information

Student Emergency Release Form

Resources: 

At the start of every school year, students are sent home with a paper copy of the Student Emergency Release Form. It will also be sent home with new students when they arrive at school. It is critical to fill out this form with accurate information and return the physical copy to the school. We keep physical copies in case of emergency.

It is your responsibility to keep the information on these forms current. If you believe your current form is outdated, please download a new copy and bring it to the school or visit the school and fill out a new one. 

Student Emergency Release Form

In the Event of an Actual Emergency

For everyone’s safety:

  • Do not call or go to the school. Phone lines and entrances must remain clear for emergency responders.

  • Do not text or call your child’s mobile device. Rely on district communication channels for accurate updates. This allows your child to stay focused on staff instructions and follow the safety protocols they have practiced for emergencies.

  • If you are already on-site, follow staff directions and respect protocols. Following protocols and staff instructions helps keep everyone safe.

  • Updates will be provided through email, our district website, and our Facebook and X pages when it is safe and appropriate to do so.

Safety Drills

Each school year, the following are conducted at each location:

  • 2 Lockdown Drills

  • 3 Earthquake Drills

  • 6 Fire Drills

Drills are presented in a way appropriate to each student’s developmental level.

Emergency Protocols

Hold & Secure

  • Purpose: Secures the school from a nearby threat while normal activities continue inside.

  • Procedure: Exterior doors locked, no entry/exit. Internal movement may be restricted depending on circumstances.

Lockdown

  • Purpose: Protects students/staff from a threat inside or immediately outside the building.

  • Procedure: Doors locked, lights off, students/staff remain silent and out of sight. Communication maintained with law enforcement until resolved.

Evacuation

  • Purpose: Moves everyone to a safe location away from a threat inside the building (e.g., gas leak).

  • Procedure: Follow designated evacuation routes to a predetermined safe location.

Reunification

  • Purpose: Safely reunites students with parents/guardians after certain emergencies.

  • Procedure:

    • Parents/guardians go to the designated pick-up area (location will be communicated).

    • Only those listed on the Student Emergency Release Form may pick up a child.

    • Photo ID is required, even if staff know you.

    • Parents/guardians must sign for the child before leaving promptly.

    • If no one is available, the child will remain supervised until arrangements are made.

Emergency Preparedness

Emergency Supplies:
Each school maintains water, non-perishable food, first aid kits, and other essential safety equipment.

Preparedness for Various Emergencies:
Our schools are equipped to respond to natural disasters, health emergencies, and other risks. All responses are coordinated with local emergency services and, in the case of a natural disaster, with local emergency management teams.