Fire DrillsEvery principal of a school of two or more rooms, or of a school of one room, when located above the first story of a building:
Security DrillsA
security drill is an exercise, other than a fire drill, to practice procedures
that respond to an emergency situation including, but not limited to, a nonfire
evacuation, lockdown, or active shooter situation and that is similar in
duration to a fire drill. Every principal of a school of two or more rooms, or of a school of one room, when located above the first story of a building:
What is a lockdown? A lockdown is a precautionary measure in response to a threat directly to the school or in the surrounding community. In a lockdown:
There are two lockdown codes at MEPS:
| Student Lockdown ProceduresParent FAQsParent FAQs Will I be notified when a real lockdown take place in school? Yes. Parents will always be notified when a real lockdown takes place in school. See details below. Will I be notified when a practice lockdown takes place in school?
How will I know if my child’s school is on lockdown?
How is communication sent home?
Why didn’t I receive a phone message? Each situation differs in the level of severity and how it impacts the school day and families. For instance, if a Shelter in Place is enacted but is lifted after just a few minutes with minimal impact to the school day, we will send an email or letter home for information purposes. Can I come to the school and take my child home?
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