The safety of our students is a top priority which is why it’s important for students to be present for monthly drills. A building secure drill is designed to familiarize staff and students with responding to a possibly dangerous situation outside of the school. Students will continue their day as normal, while some staff will monitor entrances to ensure no one leaves or enters the building.. In all cases of a safety drill, our staff will inform students beforehand of the drill and what they can expect so they are fully prepared. We follow best practices to use trauma sensitive language and exercises to mitigate fear and anxiety during the drill.  

What your student will experience: Staff will prepare students by explaining the purpose of the drill, what they can expect and what they will need to do during the drill. The purpose of a building secure drill is to secure all students and staff inside the building in the case of a dangerous situation outside of the school. Any student or staff outside will calmly be escorted inside. The school day will proceed as normal for students, but some staff will monitor entrances to ensure no one leaves or enters the school. When done correctly, it should feel like just a normal day at school. After the drill is complete, staff will use trauma sensitive language to help students process the experience.

Students with sensory and other special considerations will be accommodated according to their needs. 

For resources on how to communicate with your student(s) about the importance of safety, visit our website.