{"id":71,"date":"2017-06-30T11:19:51","date_gmt":"2017-06-30T15:19:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.philasd.org\/schoolsafety\/home\/"},"modified":"2025-12-24T14:02:27","modified_gmt":"2025-12-24T19:02:27","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/schoolsafety\/","title":{"rendered":"School Safety"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1733341397082{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;background-color: #0b315b !important;}&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;School Safety&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h1|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742245192527{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742249222933{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;background-image: url(https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/schoolsafety\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/104\/2025\/03\/School-Safety.png?id=4250) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_hidden-xs&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;250px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1726306622634{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_tta_tour title_tag=&#8221;p&#8221; section_title_tag=&#8221;p&#8221; style=&#8221;flat&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;sky&#8221; spacing=&#8221;5&#8243; gap=&#8221;10&#8243; controls_size=&#8221;sm&#8221; active_section=&#8221;1&#8243; no_fill_content_area=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section i_position=&#8221;right&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-arrow-right&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; title=&#8221;Home&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1733340768917-8e1c8fb9-abe2&#8243;][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; gap=&#8221;25&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742249242118{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742244753648{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>School Safety <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>School Safety<\/strong> is dedicated to creating safe, secure, and supportive learning environments for Philadelphia\u2019s public schools.<\/p>\n<p>Our <strong>Safety Officers<\/strong> undergo extensive training in <strong data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"491\">diversity and inclusion, trauma-sensitive care, adolescent development, and restorative strategies<\/strong>, ensuring they are equipped to foster a positive school climate.[\/vc_column_text][vc_text_separator title=&#8221;Safety Tips &amp; Resources&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-thumbtack&#8221; i_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; i_background_style=&#8221;rounded&#8221; i_background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; i_size=&#8221;sm&#8221; title_align=&#8221;separator_align_left&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742244796192{margin-bottom: 5px !important;}&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; i_custom_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; i_custom_background_color=&#8221;#47AAD8&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742244732367{margin-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221;]\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1H-bh0x4ewVxnj8pZZUITE3ROOKzxVDhz\/view?usp=sharing\">School Emergency Procedures for Families<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1qtuCNkg_sTm6cgJME0gOBjympQwy4iuj\/view\">What Happens When a Threat is Reported?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Safety Tips for Students&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:17px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:17px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742242029236{margin-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]<strong>To and from school:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Walk with a parent\/guardian or friends<\/li>\n<li>Stay away from strangers and especially strangers in vehicles<\/li>\n<li>Cross streets at a light or crosswalk<\/li>\n<li>Choose a safe and designated route to school \u2013 safe corridor<\/li>\n<li>When riding the bus, stay seated and act mature<\/li>\n<li>Be aware of everything and everyone near you<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>While at school:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stay until dismissal \u2013 you are safer at school<\/li>\n<li>Know the rules and abide by them<\/li>\n<li>Stay away from persons outside the schoolyard fence<\/li>\n<li>Help us keep you safe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Safety Tips for Parents&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:17px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:17px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742244504121{margin-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]\n<ul>\n<li>Have your child fingerprinted<\/li>\n<li>Keep a recent photograph of your child<\/li>\n<li>Show your child how to dial 911 and from where<\/li>\n<li>Provide your child\u2019s school with current emergency information<\/li>\n<li>Check your child\u2019s route to and from school and show your child where fire and police stations are located<\/li>\n<li>Make sure your child knows his or her full name, address, and phone number<\/li>\n<li>Make sure your child knows to stay away from strangers and to yell for help if approached<\/li>\n<li>Test your children occasionally to see if they remember the Safety Tip information you have taught them<\/li>\n<li>Please help us keep your schools safe. We need your input.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As parents and members of the community, you can make a difference in your neighborhood school. If you see any of the below listed activities occurring at or around your neighborhood schools, please call <a href=\"tel:215-400-7233\">215-400-SAFE<\/a> (<a href=\"tel:215-400-7233\">215-400-7233<\/a>).<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Arson<\/li>\n<li>Burglary<\/li>\n<li>Suspicious persons<\/li>\n<li>Truants and\/or gang activity<\/li>\n<li>Other criminal activity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;See Something, Say Something&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:17px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:17px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742244608267{margin-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]The safety of our schools, students, and staff is a shared responsibility. The <strong>\u201cSee Something, Say Something\u201d<\/strong> campaign empowers students, staff, and community members to stay vigilant and report anything unusual. When we stay alert, we can help prevent potential threats before they happen.<\/p>\n<p>Be aware of your surroundings and report <strong>any unusual or suspicious activity<\/strong>, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Unusual items or situations<\/strong> \u2013 An unattended bag, an oddly parked vehicle, or open doors\/windows that are typically closed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eliciting information<\/strong> \u2013 Someone asking detailed or unusual questions about school security, schedules, or building operations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Observation or surveillance<\/strong> \u2013 Someone lingering near school property, taking notes, photos, or videos in an unusual manner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Together, we can keep our schools and communities safe. <strong>See Something, Say Something.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Report Suspicious Activity<\/strong><br \/>\n\ud83d\udcde <a href=\"tel:2154006000\">215-400-6000<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Be ready to provide:<\/strong><br \/>\n&#8211; Who or what you saw<br \/>\n&#8211; When you saw it<br \/>\n&#8211; Where it happened<br \/>\n&#8211; Why it seemed suspicious[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Safe2Say Something&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:17px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:17px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742244468341{padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.safe2saypa.org\/\"><strong>Safe2Say Something<\/strong><\/a> reports can be submitted by anyone\u2014students, parents, staff, and others\u2014regarding unsafe, violent, or criminal activities in a school. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.safe2saypa.org\/\">Learn more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Submit a Report:<br \/>\n<\/strong>24\/7 hotline: <a href=\"tel:1-844-723-2729\">1-844-723-2729<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.safe2saypa.org\/\">Secure website<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.safe2saypa.org\/download\">Mobile app<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Reports are reviewed by the Safe2Say Crisis Center and classified as <strong>Life Safety<\/strong> or <strong>Non-Life Safety<\/strong> based on guidelines from the Attorney General.<\/p>\n<p>The Crisis Center forwards reports to the District\u2019s Safe2Say Team:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Life Safety Reports<\/strong> \u2013 Sent 24\/7 via phone, email, and text until a team member confirms receipt.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Non-Life Safety Reports<\/strong> \u2013 Sent daily via email\/text between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The District team follows response protocols and shares reports with relevant school staff, such as principals, counselors, and school safety officers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Receiving and Responding to Reports<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Report Handling<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>Upon receiving a report via phone, text, or email, Safe2Say Team members log into the management program to access details. Team communication and report updates occur within the system. If a report involves a non-enrolled student, the team notifies the Crisis Center and provides enrollment details if known.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Law Enforcement Coordination<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>The Safe2Say Team lead, Superintendent, and Security Coordinator coordinate with Philadelphia Police on handling Life Safety reports and following up on Non-Life Safety reports. Guidelines are documented in the biannual <strong>Memorandum of Understanding<\/strong> with law enforcement.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Assessment &amp; Response<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>Reports are classified as <strong>Life Safety<\/strong> or <strong>Non-Life Safety<\/strong>. The team may contact the reporter anonymously for more details, considering:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The report\u2019s nature and available information<\/li>\n<li>Law enforcement recommendations (if applicable)<\/li>\n<li>The team\u2019s training and experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Life Safety Reports<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>The Safe2Say Team coordinates with law enforcement, which may involve:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Providing student\/staff details for immediate response<\/li>\n<li>Sharing information with emergency responders<\/li>\n<li>Collaborating on investigations<\/li>\n<li>Documenting resolution in the system<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The principal, with the team and law enforcement, decides if parents\/guardians should be notified.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Non-Life Safety Reports<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>The Safe2Say Team may consult staff familiar with the student\/situation. The principal, in coordination with the team and law enforcement, determines if parental notification is necessary.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Investigation &amp; Documentation<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>School-based teams handle investigations per laws, policies, and confidentiality rules. They update the Safe2Say Team on progress and outcomes. Reports are documented, notes added, and cases formally closed in the management system.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Threat Assessment<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>If a report indicates potential violence, the team conducts an initial review to decide if it should be escalated to the <strong>Threat Assessment Team<\/strong> under <strong>Policy 805<\/strong>. Immediate threats are forwarded to law enforcement and the Threat Assessment Team.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Students with Disabilities<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>For reports involving students with disabilities, the District ensures compliance with <strong>state and federal laws<\/strong>, providing relevant records to law enforcement as allowed under <strong>FERPA<\/strong>.[\/vc_toggle][vc_text_separator title=&#8221;School Safety Officer Complaint Form&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-paper-plane&#8221; i_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; i_background_style=&#8221;rounded&#8221; i_background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; i_size=&#8221;sm&#8221; title_align=&#8221;separator_align_left&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742245103697{margin-bottom: 5px !important;}&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; i_custom_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; i_custom_background_color=&#8221;#E65E25&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742244975508{margin-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221;]Students can submit complaints about School Safety Officers using the online form.[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;Submit a Complaint&#8221; 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i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-arrow-right&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; title=&#8221;Mentoring Program (SSMP)&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;ssmp&#8221;][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1738959671424{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742249304657{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h2>School Safety Mentoring Program (SSMP)<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4242 alignleft lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/schoolsafety\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/104\/2025\/03\/475154330_122188829552159464_7967073378110379438_n.jpg\" alt=\"School Safety Mentor Program\" width=\"262\" height=\"262\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/schoolsafety\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/104\/2025\/03\/475154330_122188829552159464_7967073378110379438_n.jpg 1016w, https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/schoolsafety\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/104\/2025\/03\/475154330_122188829552159464_7967073378110379438_n-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/schoolsafety\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/104\/2025\/03\/475154330_122188829552159464_7967073378110379438_n-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/schoolsafety\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/104\/2025\/03\/475154330_122188829552159464_7967073378110379438_n-768x768.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 262px) 100vw, 262px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 262px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 262\/262;\" \/>Recognizing the need for structured mentorship in schools, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/blog\/2021\/04\/15\/expands-mentoring-program-between-school-safety-officers-and-students\/\"><strong>LEAD (Leaders Encouraging Achievement and Development) Mentoring Program<\/strong><\/a> was launched to support students, particularly Black male students. Over time, it evolved into the <strong>School Safety Mentoring Program (SSMP),<\/strong> expanding to serve <strong>all students<\/strong>. This initiative pairs specially trained <strong>School Safety Officers<\/strong> with students, fostering <strong>trusting relationships<\/strong> that promote academic success and personal growth.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Key Components of SSMP<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Evidence-Informed Curriculum<\/strong> \u2013 Uses findings from recent research and best practices to provide individualized mentorship that meets the needs of students.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Youth Engagement<\/strong> \u2013 Leads to increased academic performance and improved social-emotional well-being.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enrichment Activities<\/strong> \u2013 Provide mentees with opportunities to explore new activities, develop new skills, and build peer connections outside the classroom.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mentorship at the Core<\/strong> \u2013 Fosters positive behaviors, better attitudes toward school, and stronger relationships with parents.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>By investing in mentorship, we create safer schools and stronger futures. <strong>A trusted mentor can make all the difference.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_cta h2=&#8221;Participating Schools&#8221; h2_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:20px|text_align:left|color:%230b315b|line_height:21px&#8221; h2_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal&#8221; h4=&#8221;The following schools currently offer the School Safety Mentoring Program (SSMP):&#8221; h4_font_container=&#8221;tag:p|font_size:16px|text_align:left|color:%230b315b|line_height:20px&#8221; h4_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;top&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-school&#8221; i_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; i_background_style=&#8221;rounded&#8221; i_background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_fonts_h2=&#8221;true&#8221; use_custom_fonts_h4=&#8221;true&#8221; i_on_border=&#8221;true&#8221; i_custom_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; i_custom_background_color=&#8221;#3AAB48&#8243;]\n<ul style=\"font-size: 11pt;line-height: 1.3\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blankenburg.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rudolph Blankenburg School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rhodes.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">E. W. Rhodes Elementary School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mifflin.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Thomas Mifflin School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wagner.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gen. Louis Wagner Middle School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/childs.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">G.W. Childs Elementary School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ethanallen.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ethan Allen School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hamilton.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Andrew Hamilton School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/overbrook.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Overbrook Elementary School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stearne.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Allen M. Stearne School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/henry.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Charles W. Henry School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tilden.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">William Tilden Middle School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dunbar.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Paul L. Dunbar School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bethune.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mary McLeod Bethune School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/morris.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Robert Morris School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clemente.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Roberto Clemente Middle School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/comegys.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Benjamin B. Comegys School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bartram.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">John Bartram High School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cooke.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jay Cooke Elementary School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/steel.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Edward T. Steel School<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kenderton.philasd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kenderton Elementary School<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_cta][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section i_position=&#8221;right&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-arrow-right&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; title=&#8221;Emergency Procedures&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;emerpro&#8221;][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1738959671424{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742242961967{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h2>Emergency Procedures &amp; Management<\/h2>\n<p>The Emergency Management Unit develops and maintains the District\u2019s comprehensive emergency preparedness program intended to reduce vulnerability to hazards, enable schools to handle significant emergencies and disasters, and help create safe and secure learning environments for staff and students.<\/p>\n<p>Our collective efforts include coordinating and integrating activities necessary to build, sustain, and improve the capability of the comprehensive emergency preparedness program to mitigate against, prepare for, respond to and recover from threatened or actual natural disasters, acts of terrorism, technological or man-made emergencies or disasters.[\/vc_column_text][vc_text_separator title=&#8221;FAQs&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-question&#8221; i_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; i_background_style=&#8221;rounded&#8221; i_background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; i_size=&#8221;sm&#8221; title_align=&#8221;separator_align_left&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742243011864{margin-bottom: 5px !important;}&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; i_custom_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; i_custom_background_color=&#8221;#47AAD8&#8243;][vc_toggle title=&#8221;How does the District respond to an emergency?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:17px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:18px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742243274836{margin-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]In case of emergency, administrators determine appropriate actions by identifying the type of crisis \u2014 severe weather, outside threat, etc. \u2014 and then follow Universal Emergency Response Procedures.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Universal Emergency Response Procedures<\/strong> are standard directives implemented in case of an emergency.<\/p>\n<h5>The four standardized procedures are:<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Evacuation<\/li>\n<li>Reverse Evacuation<\/li>\n<li>Lockdown<\/li>\n<li>Shelter in Place<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Evacuation <\/strong>from a building is necessary during an internal emergency like a fire or gas leak. When an evacuation alarm is sounded, students and staff immediately exit the building and gather at pre-determined rally points. Regular drills throughout the school year ensure students and staff know where to go.<\/p>\n<p><strong>A Reverse Evacuation<\/strong> is called when conditions inside the school are safer than conditions outside, like if a tornado suddenly forms or an armed aggressor is approaching. Students and staff who are outside when a reverse evacuation is called immediately come inside.<\/p>\n<p><strong>A Lockdown<\/strong> is used when a situation exists inside or outside the school that threatens the safety of staff and students. There are three (3) ways to secure the building:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Hold <\/strong>\u2013 used when there is an emergency in or around the building i.e., group\/major fight, medical emergency, student abduction.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Secure<\/strong> \u2013 used when there is danger outside of the building or in the surrounding community, i.e. bomb threat, police searching for a criminal suspect in the area.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lockdown<\/strong> \u2013 used when there is a direct threat to the school, i.e. active shooter, armed intruder.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>The Shelter-in-Place<\/strong> protocol is necessary when an external threat \u2014 including extreme weather or an armed aggressor \u2014 threatens students and staff and the safest place for all is inside the building. When a Shelter-in-Place announcement is made, students and staff clear the hallways, report to the nearest classroom or shelter area, and remain there until a school official gives the all-clear call.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What steps does the District take to keep its students and staff safe?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:17px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:18px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742243280920{margin-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]\n<ul>\n<li>All School Safety Officers complete a four-week comprehensive security training program before starting work and must follow up with 24 hours of staff development training each year.<\/li>\n<li>All School District employees must have photo ID cards at all times. School doors are kept locked during instructional hours. Visitors to all schools must register with the front office.<\/li>\n<li>School District Safety Officers work closely with school principals to track misconduct and respond to trends. Upon request, officers will conduct unannounced student screenings using mobile metal detectors or increase the number of officers assigned to a specific school. The officers also work with external law enforcement agencies, including the Philadelphia Police Department and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;I\u2019m a parent\/guardian. What should I do during a school emergency?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:17px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:18px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742243286672{margin-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]Parents and Guardians should realize the safety of your children and our staff is a top priority. When an emergency occurs, we ask that parents do not go to their children\u2019s schools. Important information will be provided to parents via the School District website and local TV and radio reports. Depending on the type of incident, school officials will also attempt to contact parents and guardians.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;If the School District calls for parents\/guardians to pick up their children after an emergency, what documentation do I need to present to school leaders? What if I\u2019m unable to pick up my children?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:17px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:20px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742243567880{margin-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]Even parents and guardians will be asked to present valid state identification \u2014 a driver\u2019s license, for example \u2014 before their children will be released during an emergency. If a parent or guardian is not available, an adult listed on the student\u2019s emergency contact form can retrieve the child with proper identification. Parents and guardians should be sure to update each student\u2019s Emergency Contact Card.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Is there a code of conduct my student is expected to follow?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:17px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:18px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1766602942272{margin-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]<strong>Yes<\/strong>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/schoolboard\/policies\/#boestudents\">Board of Education Policy 218<\/a> has an approved <a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/studentrights\/#discipline\">Code of Student Conduct,<\/a> which applies to all students while they are traveling to and from school and any school-related event in addition to regular school hours. A copy of the document is available in hard copy from your school\u2019s principal. The code of conduct includes information about behavioral expectations, attendance and truancy, and definitions of disruptive behaviors.[\/vc_toggle][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Contact Us<\/strong><br \/>\nTricia London<br \/>\nDirector of Emergency Management<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:tllondon@philasd.org\">tllondon@philasd.org<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section i_position=&#8221;right&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-arrow-right&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; title=&#8221;Contact&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;contactpd&#8221;][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1742243796957{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_cta h2=&#8221;Stay Safe: Report Emergencies &amp; Suspicious Activity&#8221; h2_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:20px|text_align:center|color:%230b315b|line_height:21px&#8221; 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