Student Safety Tips
- Know and follow the school's safety policies.
- If you walk to school, walk with a friend or family member.
- f you drive to school, always secure your vehicle.
- Carry your keys in your hand when walking to your car.
- Never carry large sums of money with you.
- Always tell your parents where you plan to be before and after school.
- Make sure that your emergency contact card at school is updated.
- Report all suspicious activity, whether on or off campus.
- Immediately report any information about a student with weapons.
- Always be aware of your surroundings.
- Be familiar with the general layout of the buildings and walkways (walk around campus during the day to familiarize yourself).
- Walk in groups and say in well lit areas.
- Carry a whistle with you (if you find yourself in danger, you can use it to draw attention and it cannot be used to harm you).
- Avoid high risk situations and seek help from an adult if you find yourself in a situation that makes you uncomfortable.
- Refuse to participate in negative or criminal behavior.
- Follow instructions of school employees, law enforcement officials, or other emergency response personnel.
- Refrain from teasing, bullying, and harassing other students and be tolerant of their differences.