Frequently Asked Questions
Is my child safe at school during an emergency?
What should I do if my child is at school during an emergency?
Who can pick-up my child from school?
If my child is hurt, will they be taken care of at school?
How long will the school care for my child?
What can I do to prepare for an emergency?
How will we communicate if the phones don’t work?
Is my child safe at school during an emergency?
Yes. School staff is prepared to care for students during and after many types of emergencies and disasters. They regularly practice responding to emergencies, and the district has initiated a comprehensive planning process to assure the safety of all students and staff. In addition, school buildings are very well constructed and inspected regularly. Your child is very safe at school!
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What should I do if my child is at school during an emergency?
Please—Do not come to the school during an emergency! Coming to school during an emergency can interfere with emergency first responders (Fire, Police, Ambulance, etc.) and can create additional problems. Your child is safe at school, and you will be able to pickup your child after the emergency has passed.
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Who can pick-up my child from school?
Only those people who are listed on the Registration/Emergency Card may pick-up your child from school, so it is very important that the information on these cards is up to date and accurate. If you work out of the area, you may wish to have someone you trust--who lives close to the school--listed on your child’s Registration/Emergency Card. Cards are sent home with students and returned to school at the beginning of the school year. You can make changes then, or come to the school office and tell the staff you want to update the Registration/Emergency Card.
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If my child is hurt, will they be taken care of at school?
Yes. All school staff are trained in First Aid, and there are school nurses and nurse assistants available. Schools also have medical supplies ready to use in an emergency. Students who are seriously injured will be taken to receive appropriate medical care at a hospital or emergency treatment center.
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How long will the school care for my child?
School staff will take care of your child until you or a person designated on the Registration/Emergency Card arrives. Your child will have food to eat, and be safe and comfortable at school.
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What can I do to prepare for an emergency?
Every home should have emergency supplies and a plan of what to do in the event of a disaster.
The websites in the “Parents and Community” section have information about what you can do at home and at work to prepare for an emergency.
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How will we communicate if the phones don’t work?
In a major emergency (like a major earthquake) electricity and phones will probably not work. Many announcements will be made over the radio, so having a battery operated radio is a good idea. Please see the “Resource Links” section for links for comprehensive emergency preparedness information.
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