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Escambia County Middle SchoolSafety Plan 2015-2016

Principal – Dr. Anthony Morris5/6 Assistant Principal – Angela

Parham

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7/8 Assistant Principal – Toya McMillan

Table of Contents

Emergency Plan 4-5

Emergency Contact Information 6-9

Directions to Atmore Hospital 10

General Safety Information 11

Communications 12

Counselor List 13

Crisis Management/Response 14-15

Needs Assessment 16-21

Emergency Checklists 22-23

Communication of Disciplinary Measures 24

Alarms 25-26

Drills/Procedures 27-32

Bomb Threat Call Checklist 33-36

Communicable Diseases 37-38

Chemical Spills 39

Railway Derailment 40

Riot 41-42

Accident/Serious Injury/Illness Procedures 43-44

3Suicide 45-46

Intruder 47-48

Lockdown Procedure (Abduction, Missing Person, Air Disaster, Animals in the School) 49-50

Bomb/General Threats 51-52

Drugs 53

Earthquake Procedure 54

Transportation 55

Explosion 56

Mandatory Dress Policy 57-58

Resources/Communication/Telephone Tree 59

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Emergency Plan for Escambia County Middle School

Venue: School

Specific –School Wide

Incident Commander: Dr. Anthony Morris

Administrator’s Name on the SceneSchool Site Address: 1565 Highway 21 N.

Atmore, AL 36502School’s Phone Number: (251) 368-9105

Admin’s Cell Number: (601) 597-9591

Emergency Phone Number: 911

Poison: 1-800-222-1222

Approximate EMS Response Time: 5 minutes or less

Emergency Personnel:● CPR/First Aid Trained Personnel Marcia Adams, Angela Parham,Phillip Drake, Shirley

Boggan, Alice Stewart, Brandon Evans, Tanisha Henderson, Brittany Linam, Conrad Weber, Valarie Smith, Vangela Franklin, Brandon Evans, Derek Roberts, Jamila Russell, and Jason Hadaway

Emergency Communication:● Location of Fixed Telephone Line Front Office

Emergency Equipment:● Where equipment is maintained

● AED - Front Office/Copy Room /

Equipment is carried to all games

First Aid Supplies located in Nurse’s Office

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Roles of First Responders:1. Immediate Care Vangela Franklin, Phillip Drake, Alice Stewart

2. Equipment Retrieval Faculty & Staff

3. EMS activation Administrators or Nursea. 911 call (name, address, and telephone number; first aid, and other information)b. Notify individuals on the emergency contact list:

i. John Knott: Superintendent – (251) 867-6251ii. Anthony Morris: Principal – (601) 597-9591iii. Toya McMillan: Asst. Principal – (251) 564-6031iv. Angela Parham: Asst. Principal – (251) 246-4010

c. Directions of EMS to the scene

Person(s) responsible: Dr. Anthony MorrisAdministrator, Coach, or Designee

d. Designate individuals to “flag down” EMS and direct to the scenee. Scene control: limit scene to first aid providers and move bystanders away from the

areaf. Give directions to the hospital for visiting parents and coaches.

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EMERGENCY AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATIONEscambia county Police Department (251) 368-9141

Sheriff Department (251) 809-0741

Atmore Fire Department (251) 368-9155

Resource Officer, Jason Hadaway (251) 424-2846 (cell)

Student Services- Central Office- Amy Cabaniss (251) 368-8979

Officer of Communications- Central Office, Peggy Rowley (251) 368-8979

Superintendent- Central Office- Mr. John Knott (251) 867-6251

Escambia County (Atmore) Maintenance Department - Bob Arrant (251) 238-0147

368-0972 (Ext. 2191)

Off-Campus Evacuation Site Contact Person- John Knott (251) 867-6251

EMERGENCY 911

Alabama Bureau of Investigation (251) 665-2480

Alabama State Troopers (251) 660-2300

American Red Cross (251) 368-3643

Crisis Center (251) 473-4423

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) (251) 441-5831

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (251) 438-3674

Escambia County District Attorney (251) 867-0239

Escambia County Emergency Management Agency (251) 460-8000

Poison Control (800) 462-0800(800) 222-1222

NEIGHBORING SCHOOLS

Huxford Elementary School (251) 294-5475

AC. Moore Elementary School (251) 368-4245

Rachel Patterson Elementary School (251) 368-4860

7Escambia County High School (251) 368-9181

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CRISIS MANAGEMENT TEAM MEMBERS

Crisis: A sudden, generally unanticipated event that profoundly and negatively affects a significant segment of the school population and often involves serious injury or death. A large number of students and staff will be affected. The psychological and emotional impact will be moderate to severe. Outside assistance will be needed.

Team Leaders must be trained in each of the management areas. Each team leader will be responsible for providing leadership in his/her designated areas. Each team leader is required to have a working knowledge of the responsibilities in the area to which he/she is assigned.

Committee Members Address Telephone TitleDr. Anthony Morris 96 Edgewood Court

Atmore AL, 36502(601) 597-9591 Principal

Toya McMillan PO BOX 216Mexia, AL 36458

(251)564-6031 Asst. Principal

Angela Parham 167 McVay RdJackson, AL 36545

(251) 246-4010 Asst. Principal

Cordia Lee 213 Adams Street Atmore, Al 36502

(251) 359-1904 Counselor

James Williams 217 Beatline RdAtmore, AL 36502

(251) 655-6018 Custodian

Alice Stewart 70 Crosley LaneBrewton, AL 36426

(251) 727-2314 Nurse

Marcia Adams P.O. Box 612Atmore, Al 36502

(251) 253-1516 Teacher

Sara Shaw 6755 Mauvilla Dr. W.Eight Mile, AL 36613

(251) 605-2781 Teacher

Dr. Valerie Smith 68 Odom Drive, Flomaton, Al 36441

(251) 363-4752 LEA School Improvement Supervisor

James Weber 5055 W State Line RdCentury, FL 32535

(251) 538-0827 Music Teacher

Phillip Drake 130 M.L. King Avenue Atmore, Al 36502

(251) 368-3259 P.E. Teacher

Nicarla Andry 1500 Tareyton DriveMobile, AL 36618

(251) 243-8921 Teacher

Latrice Bush 712 E. Laurel St.#20Atmore, AL 36502

(251) 294-0584 Parent

Jimmie Wilson 108 Park Dr.Atmore, AL 36502

(251) 294-0584 Community Leader

Jason Hadaway (251) 424-2846 Law Enforcement Liaison

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ROLES OF THE CRISIS RESPONSE TEAM MEMBERS

Incident Command Post:John KnottAnthony Morris

School Command Post:Toya McMillanTheresa White

Triage Area:Alice Stewart, RNMarcia Adams

Runners:Helen ThomasLatrice Bush

Area Hospital:Sara ChaversVangela Franklin

Media Area:Angela ParhamCordia Lee

Parent Area:Jawuan OsborneCordia Lee

Floaters:Jon DurantJohn Stephens Derek Roberts

Shelter/Trans.:James Weber

10Shelter Area:Phillip Drake

CPR/RESTRAINT TRAINED PERSONNEL

Alice Stewart, RN Angela Parham, CPRMarcia Adams, CPR Shirley Boggan, CPRDerek Roberts, CPR Brandon Evans, CPRVangela Franklin, CPR Tanisha Henderson, CPRBrittany Linam, CPR Valarie Smith, CPRPhillip Drake, CPR Jamila Russell, CPRConrad Weber, CPR Jason Hadaway. CPRTyler Parker, RESTRAINTBrittany Linam, RESTRAINT

EMERGENCY FIRST AID & MEDICAL SUPPLIES

Every teacher is supplied with the following emergency supply pack.

1. Sterile latex gloves2. Wet wipes3. Variety of bandages4. Ace wrap5. Cotton swabs6. Biohazard disposal bag

In addition to the above articles, the athletic department has a variety of safety and first aid equipment in the field house.

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Directions to Atmore Community Hospital from Escambia County Middle School

1. Start out going south on AL-21/S Main St toward AL-31 East 0.9 mi2. Turn left on AL-31 East 0.8 mi3. Turn right onto Medical Park Dr/8th Ave S.4. 401 MEDICAL PARK DR is on the left.

If you reach E Laurel St you've gone a little too far

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General Safety Information

Fire drill evacuation charts are updated, posted, and reviewed with the staff.

Fire drills are practiced every month.

Severe weather evacuation charts are updated, posted, and reviewed with all the staff/students.

Weather drills are practiced on a regular basis.

There are distinctive codes for fire/weather alarms. Back-up procedures are available for power failures. Back-up procedures are practiced.

Evacuation plans include methods for managing students with disabilities.

Alternative shelters are designated off campus in case of immediate evacuation from the school.

Codes/signals are developed and communicated to the staff for all types of emergencies.

Telephone trees are updated regularly.

Teachers are required to keep lists of students in their classrooms at all times.

Community evacuation plans that include the school are currently underway.

All areas of the campus are adequately monitored by adults at all times.

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COMMUNICATIONS

Escambia County Middle School has an existing intercom system that permits two-way communication.

Sufficient cellular telephones are available among faculty and staff.

Fire/severe weather alarm procedures cover all buildings.

The back-up procedure is practiced during drills.

There is a method of alerting staff for emergencies and lock-down procedures.

Fire/severe weather alarms are distinctly understood.

A telephone line is available for emergencies. Office staff knows the number.

Sufficient computers, faxes, and e-mail capabilities are available to serve in emergency situations.

Portable computers with charged batteries are available through the Central Office.

Bullhorns are available as needed for use inside and outside the building. Batteries are kept charged.

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ESCAMBIA COUNTY COUNSELORS 2012-2013Julie Clifton W.S. Neal Middle (5-8) 867-5035 ext. 1805julie.clifton@escoschools.net

Marina Chancery W.S. Neal Elem. (K-4) 867-7674 ext. 1505marina.chancery@escoschools.net

Leketha Bradley W.S. Neal High (9-12) 867-4225 ext. 1105leketha.bradley@escoschools.net

Latoya Cooper Career Technical Center 867-7829 ext. 6105 latoya.cooper@escoschools.net

Jennifer Hall Pollard/McCall (K-8) 867-4070 ext. 2805Jennifer.hall@escoschools.net

Randall Jackson Flomaton (7-12) 296-2627 ext. 5005randall.jackson @escoschools.net

Susan Kirk Flomaton Elem./Middle(K-6) 296-3991 ext. 4805susan.kirk@escoschools.net

Deanna Ross Huxford Elem. (K-6) 294-5475 ext. 2305deanna.ross @escoschools.net

Cheryl Jones Rachel Patterson Elem. (K-2) 368-4860 ext. 2205cheryl.jones @escoschools.net

Tonya Grant Ragan A.C. Moore Elem. (3-4) 368-4245 ext. 2005tonya.ragan@escoschools.net

Jawuan Osborne Escambia County Middle (5-6) 368-9105 ext. 2505jawuan.osborne @escoschools.net

Cordia Lee Escambia County Middle (7-8) 368-9105 ext. 2506cordia.coleman@escoschools.net

Teresa Hunter Escambia Co. High (9-10) 368-9181 ext. 2106teresa.hunter @escoschools.net

15Ashley Trawick Escambia Co. High (11-12) 368-9181 ext. 2105ashley.trawick @escoschools.net

Policy in the Event of a Crisis:

We have developed clear and consistent policy and procedures, which has been reviewed by a school attorney.

Emergency information forms for faculty and students have been distributed and collected.

All teachers will remain with their classes.

Other Crisis Response Team members will report to their assigned areas.

All other school personnel will assume their assigned responsibilities.

CRISIS MANAGEMENT PLAN

A “chain of command” has been developed.

Clear and consistent policies and procedures have been developed.

An attorney has reviewed crisis response procedures and forms.

Necessary forms and information sheets have been developed and distributed.

A law enforcement liaison has been established. A person has been designated to communicate with law enforcement.

A media liaison and suitable facilities have been designated.

A parent liaison has been designated to give accurate and updated information on a timely basis.

A working relationship exists with community health agencies/medical services, social services and other personnel that can be utilized in case of emergency.

Telephone trees for school and outside liaisons have been set.

Plans have been made to provide food/space/facilities for service providers/students involved in crisis management.

16A plan of emergency has been developed for coverage of classes.

A traffic control plan has been developed.

A code to alert staff of the type of crisis without alarming the students has been established.

Staff members are prepared for responsibilities through role-playing.

Annual in-service meetings are held for all school staff on general crisis intervention.

Crisis management teams are trained and updated as changes occur.

Plans are revised as needed on a continuing basis.

RECOVERY

Members of Escambia County Middle School understand natural stress reactions. They also are familiar with how different individuals might respond to death and loss, including developmental considerations, religious beliefs, and cultural values.

The school ensures a coordinated community response. Professionals within the local school, the district, and the community are involved in assisting individuals who are at risk for severe stress reactions.

The following provisions are included in our school’s response plan:

Help parent understand children’s reactions to the crisis.

In the aftermath of tragedy, children may experience unrealistic fears of the future, have difficulty sleeping, become physically ill, and become easily distracted.

Help teachers and other staff deal with their reactions to the crisis.

Debriefing and grief counseling are just as important to adults as to children.

Help students and faculty adjust after the crisis.

Provide both short-term and long-term mental health counseling following a crisis.

Help victims and family members of victims re-enter the school environment.

17Often, school friends need guidance in how to act. The school community should work with students and parents to design a plan that makes it easier for victims and their classmates to adjust.

Help students and teachers address the return of a previously removed student to the school community.

Whether the student is returning from juvenile detention facility or a mental health facility,

Schools need to coordinate with staff from that facility to explore how to make the transition as uneventful as possible.

CRISIS RESPONSE:

FOLLOW-UP STEPS FOR CRISIS RECOVERY

For preparation to meet a crisis at any level, items should be assembled and available prior to the onset of any disrupting event. Below is such a list.

1. List of approved counselors or aftercare providers who can be called on for assistance.2. Communication plan for faculty, students, and parents. Death notification procedures etc.

and the means to be used for communication. For example public address system, letters, telephones, media, etc.

3. This emergency document with the emergency procedures and phone numbers.4. An assessment process (who is going to investigate the incident and a means to assess who

may need help)5. The name and number of the Central Office official will assist the school in a coordinated

response.

STEPS FOR CRISIS RECOVERY

1. Investigate the crisis fully.2. Determine who is affected physically and psychologically.3. Determine the type and level of response needed.4. Activate resources and make a schedule to use resources to meet the identified need.5. Maintain liaison with central office supervisors and help keep the faculty informed of

actions taken.

186. Evaluate the response to determine if the identified needs were met by the counseling,

debriefing, or activities that were used.7. Re-evaluate at specific intervals to determine the level of wellness of those affected through

the use of surveys and interviews.

PROCEDURES FOR SAFE SCHOOL PLANNING

All items in PROCEDURES FOR SAFE SCHOOL PLANNING are discussed in detail in ASSESSMENT OF NEEDS section.

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ASSESSMENT OF NEEDSPREVENTION AND CURRICULUM

Student/Faculty/Staff Records

Student/Faculty/Staff records at Escambia County Middle School are on file and are accurate, current, and are constantly being updated when needed, accessible both by computer Chalkable and copy. There are forms that each student /faculty/ staff members must fill out at the beginning of each school year. All records include information of life-threatening medical facts such as allergies, ongoing or chronic medical conditions, and medications.

A current photo of each student is located on his or her permanent record located in the office.

Method of transportation information is on computer in Chalkable.

All students may be checked out by parent or guardian, which is listed on file.

Records on computer in Chalkable identify person authorized to pick up the student in absence of parent/guardian.

Procedures require that records and identification be checked prior to release of students to any person.

All classes are coded so that sorting can take place quickly if need be.

All staff/faculty records meet the same qualifications as the student records.

Back-up copies of student/staff records are kept at an alternate site.

There is a counselor on staff at all times. In addition, faculty members are trained in CPR and first aid.

There are regularly scheduled parent/ teacher conferences throughout the year. Also, frequent newsletters or bulletins are sent to parents/guardians informing them of different issues throughout the year. Parental Involvement meetings are held several times per year.

Discipline Plan

20A discipline plan does exist for all county schools in Escambia County and is updated. The Escambia County Board of Education issues a book, Escambia County Schools Code of Student Conduct, to each student. It is prepared through the cooperative efforts of students, teachers, and other professional personnel of the Escambia County schools. The plan is adopted by the Escambia County Board of Education each year.

The Code of Student Conduct is distributed at the beginning of each school year and must be signed by parent and returned to the school.

After the Code of Student Conduct is discussed and fully understood, all administrative personnel, faculty, and staff members are required by Escambia County Board of Education to strictly enforce the Code of Student Conduct.

The Escambia County Code of Student Conduct is updated and refined annually.

Students must sign the Code of Student Conduct as well as the parents.

Parents are urged to support our plan.

All students are treated fairly and our discipline is consistent.

School personnel are required to be visible at all times. “Visible teachers” help in the overall discipline plan.

Conflict Resolution/Peer Mediation/Mentoring Programs

Conflict Resolution is taught and implemented by the Guidance Counselor.

Conflict Resolution is modeled by faculty and staff. Conflict resolution in-service training is given to all personnel on an as-needed basis.

We do not have a need for teen court at this time.

Mentoring programs are available and utilized as needed.

Mentoring programs include peer-to-peer, and adult –to-student activities.

Alcohol/Drug/Violence Programs

Escambia County Middle School believe that all children have the right to be in a school environment which promotes, enhances, strives to become, and maintains a drug-free student body and school system. The Escambia County Middle School believes that alcohol, drug

21addiction and dependency are diseases with chronic behavioral/medical problems that when left untreated can become life threatening. Even though we cannot solve the entire problem of drug abuse/dependency, ECMS feels we must take a stand and promote a “No Drug Use” message with our students and community. Therefore, the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of mood/mind altering substance is prohibited within the school. ECMS fully acknowledges that in aspiring to these beliefs we are preserving our communities’ best interest and most natural resource: Our Children.

We have a “no tolerance” policy at our school.

Rules are consistently enforced.

Offenders have an opportunity for counseling and treatment if necessary.

Escambia County Middle School has periodic unannounced visits from the Escambia County Sheriff’s Department to search for drugs.

Support groups are available as needed.

In-service is available as needed.

Health Education.

Each area safety is identified in Health Course of Study and is being taught in science classes.

Science

Science safety is integrated into the science curriculum. All areas of classroom safety are stressed in each class.

Visitor Access Control

All visitors must stop by the office and sign in and receive a visitor’s pass.

All staff, students, parents and other visitors are informed of our policy.

All visitors must follow procedure on a consistent and efficient manner.

Signs are posted at all entrances noting that all visitors must report to the office.

Unique passes are given to all visitors as they arrive on campus.

All faculty and staff are on alert to notice if a visitor has on a visitor’s pass.

All visitors are escorted to the principal’s office if a disruption is anticipated.

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*First Aid/CPR/Heimlich/Blood Borne Pathogens Procedures

It is the goal of Escambia County Middle School to train all personnel in CPR and first Aid Procedures. This is updated yearly.

Practice is provided during faculty meetings when needed.

A first aid kit is provided for every classroom and the office.

Gloves are provided in every First aid Kit.

Bicycle/Bus/Pedestrian Safety

The arrival and departure procedures are appropriate for each type of transportation.

The arrival and departure procedures are implemented consistently for each year.

Buses are equipped with surveillance cameras when needed.

There are no adult monitors on the buses for extra assistance.

There is a sufficient number of faculties supervising the loading and unloading of bus and car students.

Seats are assigned if requested by parent or bus driver.

Bus drivers are included in alcohol safety in-service.

The procedure to recall bus drivers is to notify the bus shop supervisor.

Bus safety training is available to all necessary people.

One teacher is certified as a bus driver (Conrad Weber).

Community Assistance

Community assistance is incorporated in our school safety plan.

All community support services are listed on our emergency telephone listing.

23Student Identification Plans/Procedures

We have a uniform policy for all students that helps us to identify the students who belong at school.

All students report to their classrooms at the beginning of the day.

Teachers have an emergency kit that contains student information.

All students, parents, and other personnel are trained in the procedure.

Lockdown Procedures

Escambia County Middle School has a code to announce a school-wide lockdown.

A procedure is in place for all personnel to use when a lockdown occurs.

We have specific procedures to follow to lock classrooms, doors, windows, and entrances to the school.

The principal or his designee will contact the proper authorities.

There are procedures to announce when the crisis has been neutralized.

There are no portable classrooms on campus.

Signs are posted for visitors to report to the office when entering the school building.

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURE

SAFE-SCHOOL CHECKLIST

Local school systems must adopt and follow a model safe-school checklist developed by the SDE that addresses creation of a school emergency/safety plan, communication of disciplinary policies, emergency communications and procedures, and reporting of violence on school property. “Substitute Resolution to Amend Rules and Regulations as Part I of the Safe School plan,” Alabama State Board of Education, April 14, 1994.

School System: Escambia County

School: Escambia County Middle School

Person Completing Checklist: John Stephens

Title: Teacher/Safety Team

Principal: Dr. Anthony Morris

Date Completed: November 9, 2015

Instructions: In order to ensure compliance with the provision of the State Board of Education resolution, each school is to complete the safe-school checklist annually and have it filed prior to the beginning of school. Complete the checklist by marking ‘Yes” or “No” in each appropriate column.

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SCHOOL EMERGENCY/SAFETY PLANDoes the school have a written school emergency/safety plan that addresses the following areas?

Yes No ItemX Annual review and update as neededX Annual dissemination to all faculty and staffX Serious medical conditions or emergenciesX Adequate number of staff certified in CPR and First AidX Off- campus emergencies related to school affiliated activitiesX Bus/vehicle accidentsX Campus disruptionsX Missing students or staffX Abduction/kidnapping of students or staffX Unauthorized persons on campusX Monthly fire drillsX Severe weather drills once a semester (tornadoes, earthquakes, etc.)X Posted escape diagramsX Fire escapes (if needed)X Charged fire extinguishersX Panic bars on exit doorsX Drug-related situations (i.e. selling, buying, possession, and overdose)X Bomb threatsX Hostage situationsX AssaultsX Weapons on campusX Necessary fences and gatesX Bus evacuation planX Death of a student or staff memberX Suicide of a student or staff memberX Adequate insurance coverage, liability coverageX Administration of medicationsX Universal precautions for handling blood and other body fluids

26X Identification procedures for staff and staff (i.e. hall passes, name tags)X Classroom and conference areas viewable from outside the roomX Security guards/school resource officersX Regulations for community use of property

Communication of Disciplinary Policies

Does the school have adequate procedures for communicating disciplinary policies in the following areas?

Yes NoX Handbooks for students, parents, administrators, faculty, and staffX Instructional activities on disciplinary, health, and safety issuesX Public information programs on disciplinary, health, and safety issuesX In-service training on disciplinary, health, and safety issuesX Faculty and staff meetings on disciplinary, health, and safety issuesX Code of student conduct

Emergency Communications and Procedures

Yes NoX Classroom, including portable classrooms, to office and vice versa (cellular

phones, walkie talkie, and computer network)X Office to buses and vice versaX District telephone line from school to central office and vice versaX School to other schools and vice versaX School to police department and vice versaX School to utility companies and vice versaX School to paramedics and vice versaX Emergency management agency to school

Reporting of Violence on School Property

Does the school have a system of reporting violence on school property?

Yes NoX Standard form for recording all acts of violence on school propertyX Standard procedures for reporting all acts of violence on school property to the

building AdministratorX Standard procedures for reporting all acts of violence on school property to the

27central office

28ALARM SIGNAL

NOTE: If a staff member has specialized skills, such as CPR training, special plans should permit a teacher without direct responsibilities for students to relieve that teacher. That teacher should without then report to area where these specialized skills can be helpful.

Any students and personnel will be familiar with the alarm signals used for specific purposes. Drills and practices will be used to teach the alarms and the appropriate responses to these alarms. Each school will develop alarms systems to meet individual needs.

FIRE: Fire Alarm tones will signal immediate evacuation of the building, using the posted routes from each building area.

BOMB OR BOMB THREAT: Intercom tones “ding, ding” will signal immediate evacuation of the building, using the posted routes from each building area (same process as for fire).

TORNADO: Intercom tones “woo, woo” will signal that tornadoes procedures are to be followed.

EARTHQUAKE: Intercom tones “ding, ding” will signal immediate evacuation of the building, using the posted routes from each building area (same process as for fire).

SPECIAL ALERT: Short, intermittent ringing of the bell, accompanied by the continuous sound of the outside siren, will signal that special alert procedures are to be followed.

VOICE AND HAND SIGNALS: All students and personnel will be familiar with voice and hand signals used for specific purposes. Voice and hand signals may be particularly

29useful when emergency occurs while students are outside the building. Drills and practice will be used to teach the signals and the appropriate responses to those signals.

SHOUT: When appropriate, a shout can be used to get the attention of the students. If a bullhorn is available, it should be used.

When shouting or other voice signals are not appropriate or might endanger students, the following hand signals should be used:

WAVING ARMS: Waving arms back and forth over the head means to follow. The students will follow in the direction lead by the teacher.

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FIRE DRILLS

(FIRE DRILLS WILL OCCUR ONCE EACH MONTH AND WILL BE UNANNOUNCED).

IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE WITHIN THE SCHOOL BUILDING:

1. Sound the fire signal immediately (Principal). Designate someone to perform his/her

duties when principal is off campus.

2. Notify the Fire Department (Principal).

3. Designated person meets the first emergency vehicle.

4. Evacuate the building following the evacuation plan (attachment).

5. Notify the central office (secretary).

6. Custodial staff, under the direction of an appointed staff member, will keep access roads

open for emergency vehicles.

7. The Crisis Management team will assume predetermined roles.

8. Students and staff members will be allowed to return to the building at the direction of

the Principal only upon the recommendation of the Fire Department.

9. Decisions regarding school dismissal or other actions are the prerogative of the

Superintendent.

FIRE PROCEDURESIn the event of a fire within the school building:

1. Sound the fire alarm immediately.

2. Notify the fire department by calling 911. Provide important details including possible

breaks in gas or electrical lines or other special hazards.

3. One staff person will be designated to meet the first responder. The designated person

will provide a master key or keys to the first responder. A staff person will carry a

31walkie-talkie and stay with the first responder.

FIRE PROCEDURES (continued)

4. Evacuate the building according to the following procedures:

a. Students will walk out of the designated exit in a quiet orderly manner. Teachers

should check the classroom and be the last individual to leave.

b. Teachers will take their class lists of students as they exit the classroom.

c. Close all windows and doors.

d. In each class, the student reaching the outside door first will hold it open for the

others.

e. Students must go to a designated area that is a safe distance from the building

and must not stand in any driveway or other hard surfaced area close to the

building, evacuation may exceed school property.

f. Students not in the classroom when the alarm sounds should report to their

teacher’s designated area outside of the building. No one should enter the

building when the alarm sounds.

g. Teachers are responsible for the students under their supervision and should

take attendance, accounting for each child. Children who are unaccounted for

are to be reported to the principal/assistant principal immediately.

h. The fire drill plan for evacuating the building is posted in each classroom

throughout the year. If the normal evacuation route is blocked, use an

alternative route as directed by the teacher.

5. Office personnel should notify the District Office as soon as possible. Contact the

Director of Maintenance at 877-332-0394.

6. Access roads will be kept open for emergency vehicles. The principal WILL have

32designated an individual or group of individuals to insure that all access roads are open.

7. Students and staff members will be allowed to return to the building at the direction of

the principal only upon the recommendation of the Fire Department.

THE SIGNAL FOR A FIRE DRILL IS THE SOUNDING OF THE FIRE ALARM

Teachers and students should leave the classroom in a quiet, orderly manner.1. Students will form a single line.2. Students will leave books behind (girls should take their purses).3. Students will proceed as a class to the designated areas listed.4. Students will remain with their teacher throughout the drill.5. Teachers will make sure all lights are off.6. Teachers will make sure all windows and doors are closed.7. Teachers will make sure all students are accounted for by calling roll.The all-clear signal will be indicated by a school administrator.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FIRE DRILL

OFFICE, LIBRARY, COMPUTER LAB, and CAFETERIA—Building AStudents, teachers, and office personnel will exit through door A100b and proceed across the road to the south side of the campus.Cafeteria workers will exit through door A124a and proceed across the road to the south side of the campus.

CLASSROOM—Building BStudents in rooms B101, B101a, B103, B103a, B115, B117, B124, B125, B126, B127, B128, B129, B130, Teachers’ Workroom, and 7-8 Office will exit through door B100c and proceed across the road to the south side of the campus.Students in rooms B102, B102a, B104, B107, B108, B109, B110, B114, and B116 will exit through door B100b and proceed between Building B and gym and cross the road to the west side of the campus. Students in rooms B118, B119, B120, B121, B122, and B123 will exit through door B100c, and proceed across the road to the west side of the campus.

CLASSROOMS – Building CStudents in rooms C101, C101a, C103, C107, C108, C109, C110, Teacher’s Workroom and 5-6 Office will exit through door C100a and proceed along sidewalk to the north side of the campus. Students in rooms C102, C104, C122, C123, C124, and C125 will exit through door C100c and proceed between building C and gym to the north side of the campus.

33Students in rooms C114, C115, C116, C117, C118, C119, C120, and C121 will exit through door C100b and proceed to the north side of the campus.

GYM, 5-6 PE ROOM, BAND ROOM AND CHORUS – Building DStudents in the gym will exit through door D107c or D107e and proceed to the north side of the campus.Students in 5-6 PE room will exit through door D100 and D100a and proceed to the north side of the campus.Students in the Band room will exit through door D112 and proceed between Building B and the gym to the west side of the campus.Students in the Chorus room will exit through door D110b and proceed between Building C and the gym to the north side of the campus.

THE SIGNAL FOR A SEVERE WEATHER DRILL IS A SERIES OF LONG INTERMITTENT RINGING OF THE BELLTeachers and students will leave the classroom in a quiet, orderly manner. Students on the outside of the building go directly to the closest building.

1. Students will exit the classroom in a quiet, orderly manner.2. Students will kneel on both knees in front of the wall or lockers just outside the classroom. 3. Students will place their heads to their knees, covering the back of their heads with their hands.4. Students will remain in this position until the all-clear signal is given.5. Teachers will make sure all doors are left open and all windows are slightly open.6. Teachers will make sure all lights are turned off.

BOMB THREATThe signal for a bomb threat is the same as the signal for a fire drill. Teacher and students are to follow the same procedure for evacuating the building as a fire drill.

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FIREFire is an ever-present danger. It may originate within the building or threaten from the

outside. A small fire in a rural wooded area or built up urban area quickly can get out of control

and jeopardize the safety of a nearby school. Internal fires may result from a variety of causes,

ranging from carelessness to arson. Escambia County Middle School has a fire emergency

procedure to respond to both internal and external threats.

1. Warning

a. The sound of the alarm signal will be distinct from any other warning

signals used within the school.

b. In case of malfunction, an alternate signal will be available (bullhorn)

2. Response

a. When fire is discovered, an alarm will be sounded and fire authorities

notified without delay.

b. Buildings will be evacuated immediately using pre-designated routes and

exits.

c. Pre-established/standard evacuation procedures will be followed:

1. Students will leave the room in single file.

2. No talking will be permitted to minimize confusion and allow

orders to be heard.

3. Student monitors or teachers and library personnel will close

windows, time permitting.

4. Pre-designated persons will check restrooms and vacant rooms

adjacent to their classrooms.

5. No one will be allowed to pick up personal belongings - teachers

will take roll book and emergency provisions.

6. When last person leaves the room, the teacher will close the door

35to prevent fire drafts.

7. Once at the pre-arranged assembly point outside, teacher will

take roll and report to the principal to account for all present or

missing persons.

8. Guards will assume posts at exists.

9. If fire is in the hall just outside the room or close enough to close

all evacuation routes, a pre-established alternate measure will be

taken.

3. Testing and Evaluation of the Fire Response Plan

a. Drills will be carried out frequently enough for everyone to become

familiar with procedures and routines.

b. The first drill of the year may be announced in advance so that

instructions can be given and procedures established. Procedure, not

time, should be most important for the first drill. Additional drills will be

conducted with time as the important element.

c. Drills will be carried out under a variety of conditions:

1. During recesses, assemblies, sports events, regular class periods

and class changes, etc., and under varying weather conditions.

2. With best routes and/or exits blocked to test alternate routes.

*Drills will be a surprise to both students and faculty

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BOMB THREAT CALL CHECKLIST

1. When is the bomb going to explode?

2. Where is the bomb located?

3. What does the bomb look like?

4. What kind of bomb is it?

5. What will cause the bomb to explode?

6. Did you (the caller) place the bomb?

7. Why did you (the caller) place the bomb?

8. What is your name?

9. What is your address (where do you-the caller live)?

10. Sex of caller ___Age ___Race_____ Length of Call_______

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CALLER’S VOICE

Accent

Angry

Calm

Cracking Voice

Crying

Deep

Deep Breathing

Disguised

Distinct

Excited

Familiar

Laughing

Lisp

Loud

Nasal

Normal

Ragged

Rapid

Rasp

Slow

Slurred

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Stutter

If voice is familiar, who did it sound like?

BACKGROUND SOUNDS:

Animal Noises

Booth

Clear

Crocker

Factory/Machinery

House Noises

Local

Long Distance

Motor

Office

Office Machinery

Other

PA System

Static

Street Noises

Voices

THREATENING LANGUAGE:

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Foul

Incoherent

Irrational

Message read by threat maker

Taped

Well Spoken

REMARKS:

Report call immediately to: Central Office Phone Number (251)867-6251

Fill out completely, immediately after bomb threat. Date _______________

Call Police and file bomb report with them.

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COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

GUIDELINES FOR HANDLING BODY FLUIDS IN SCHOOLS

Does contact with body fluids present a risk?

The body fluids of all people should be considered to contain potentially infectious agents (germs). The term “body fluids” includes: blood, semen, drainage from scrapes and cuts, feces, urine, vomitus, respiratory secretions (e.g. nasal discharge) and saliva. Contact with body fluids presents a risk of infection with a variety of germs. In general, however, the risk is very low and dependent on a variety of factors including the type of fluid with which contact is made and the type of contact made with it.

What should be done to avoid contact with body fluids?

When possible, direct skin contact with body fluids should be avoided. Disposable gloves should be available for custodians, nurses, and others who come in contact with body fluids. Gloves are recommended when direct hand contact with body fluid is anticipated. Hands should be washed after gloves are removed and gloves discarded in a plastic bag.

What should be done if direct skin contact occurs?

Hands and other affected skin areas should be washed with soap and water. Clothing and other non-disposable items that are soaked with body fluids should be rinsed and places in plastic bags. Disposable items should be handled as with disposable gloves.

How should spilled body fluids be removed from the environment?

Schools should stock absorbent agencies specifically intended for cleaning body fluid spills. Disposable gloves should be worn when using these agents. The dry material is applied to the area, left for a few minutes to absorb the fluid, and then vacuumed or swept up. The vacuum

41bag or sweeping should be disposed of in a plastic bag. Broom and dust pan should be rinsed in a disinfectant.

Hand washing procedures

Proper hand washing requires the use of soap and water and vigorous washing under a stream of running water from ten seconds to a full minute. Use paper towels to thoroughly dry hands. An intermediate level detergent, disinfectant of Clorox 1:10 solutions should be used to clean surfaces contaminated with body fluids.

Disinfection of hard surfaces and care of equipment

After removing the soil, a disinfectant is applied. Mops should be soaked in the disinfectant after use and rinsed thoroughly or washed in a hot water cycle before rinse. Non-disposable cleaning equipment should be thoroughly rinsed in the disinfectant. The disinfectant should be disposed down a drain pipe.

Disinfection of rugs

Apply sanitary absorbent agent, let dry, and vacuum. If necessary, mechanically remove with dust pan and broom, then apply rug shampoo (a germicidal detergent) with a brush and re-vacuum. Rinse dust pan and broom in disinfectant.

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CHEMICAL SPILLS

EMERGENCY AT NEAR-BY INDUSTRY

1. If there is an explosion or chemical spill at a near-by industry, students will remain in the building. Students who are on the playground should be taken inside as soon as possible. The principal or designee will follow these guidelines:

A. Initiate a “lockdown” by announcing the school’s code over the intercom.

B. Turn off air conditioning.

C. Notify authorities.

D. Ensure all doors are closed by following a prescribed chain of command.

E. Teachers will keep all students in the classroom until further notified.

2. If the explosion or chemical spill is an immediate danger to the students and staff of the school- as indicated by mandates from the emergency preparedness agencies - students and staff will exit the building through the doors on the side of the building opposite the industry site. Standard fire drill routines will be in effect, except for the change in exit doors. In controlled lines, the students and staff should walk in to community and away from the industry site. Handicapped other students who cannot walk will be placed in the teachers’ cars and driven to the central office.

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RAILWAY DERAILMENT

Signals:

1. Tell the student/staff what is occurring and why.

2. Send a note to all staff outlining and explaining the emergency and whether school is to continue as usual or people are to evacuate to another pre-determined location if necessary.

Steps of Action:

1. Identify threat to school

2. Contact 911 emergency services and notify them of the incident and provide appropriate details of the incident and chemical code number, if visible. Chemical codes are listed in the Emergency Response Guidebook provided to each school.

3. Communicate with Maintenance at (251) 368-0972

4. Determine whether to maintain school or evacuate the building.

5. Follow the directions of the Fire Department and emergency personnel as to appropriate steps in terms of evacuating the building.

6. Contact the Central Office at (251) 867-6251

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RIOT

The teacher/principal should follow these guidelines:

1. Send a reliable student to the office to summon assistance if a teacher in a classroom encounters a fight.

2. Speak loudly and let everyone know that the behavior should stop immediately if the teacher or principal is in sight of the altercation.

3. Obtain help from other teachers if at all possible.

4. If students are starting to gather, call out to any of the students whose names are known and start giving orders. Attempt to get students away from the commotion as quickly as possible.

5. Call out the names of the involved students (if known) and let them know they have been identified.

6. Get additional help if confronted with a serious fight, especially one that involves weapons; do not try to be a hero.

7. After separating the students, try to avoid using further confrontational behavior. Do not point at the students, make accusations, or corner them with their backs against the wall.

8. Remember that no one can “cool down” instantly; give the students time to talk in a calm setting and gradually change the climate of the situation.

Procedure for handling a riot or Disturbance resulting from fight:

The principal should follow these guidelines:

1. Encourage teachers and staff to be sensitive to the emotional climate of the campus and attempt to defuse any tensions prior to the eruption of problems.

2. Notify law enforcement of the disturbance and meet at a pre-designated site to evaluate the situation.

453. Have law enforcement evaluate and call for any necessary resources such as back-up

help, emergency medical help, etc.

4. Activate needed emergency plans, which may include:

● Instruct office staff to man communications and initiate lockdown orders● Notify transportation to bring appropriate numbers of buses for evacuation

or transportation if necessary● Assign staff a temporary detention facility, such as a gymnasium, to secure

students and log information● Brief a representative to meet the media● Assign staff to a pre-designated medical treatment/triage facility

5. Notify guidance counselor.

6. Convey information at the debriefing.

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ACCIDENT/SERIOUS INJURY/ILLNESS PROCEDURES

Definition: Emergency where one or many are sick or injured. Immediate concern is to aid the injured or sick student.

Signals: Use Public Address System

Steps of Action:

1. Teacher to contact school office and stay with injured/sick person.

2. School office to contact 911 if individual’s injury or sickness is determined to be of a nature that should be treated immediately by a medical doctor. First priority is the safety and well-being of the individual.

3. If a qualified individual is available to administer first aid, use him/her as appropriate until emergency personnel arrive on the scene.

4. Contact the individual’s parent to notify him/her of the emergency, to advise the parent of the decision to transport for emergency care and request parent to go to the child’s location.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Although every possible emergency cannot be anticipated, an attempt has been made to standardize emergency procedures and responses as much as possible.

Specific emergencies that might affect Escambia County Middle School include the following:

ACCIDENT OR SERIOUS INJURY:

1. When a student is seriously injured, the parents or guardians must be notified immediately.

2. First aid should be administered and the student comforted. A determination must be made regarding the severity of the injury and transportation to the hospital.

3. The emergency medical services should be called if the injury is serious enough to warrant special transportation. If the injury requires treatment but is not serious

47enough to warrant an ambulance, the principal or his or her designee may transport the student to the hospital (instead of waiting for the parents to come to the school).

4. The district must be notified of the injury.

DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY ON CAMPUS

Whenever a student, staff member, or visitor on campus is injured, the following procedures should be followed:1. Notify 911 and provide details of the incident. Request law enforcement and

emergency services. Provide 911 with all details of the incident.

2. Determine injuries and provide first aid, as necessary.

3. Restore calm and move students away from the scene. Students should not be allowed to leave class to go to the scene.

4. Assess extent of situation by determining who was involved or committed the act. Identify witnesses and remove them to a secure area. Keep witnesses separated. Do not disturb possible evidence or remove the victim if determined to be dead.

5. Notify the Central Office Administrative Services at (251) 867-6251.

6. Follow emergency procedures for communication of information to staff and students, evacuation, (if necessary) and media plan.

7. Follow crisis response follow-up plan for necessary counseling or other trauma reduction activities.

Injury and illness are the most common of all school emergencies. Every school should be prepared to provide basic first aid, notify parents (when necessary) and summon emergency assistance as required.

Escambia County Middle School’s written plan to deal with all types of injuries and illnesses includes, but may not be limited to:1. Parental consent/notification information.

482. A form for special medical needs students.3. A listing of local emergency medical assistance.4. A listing of teachers or other staff with medical training.5. A policy to cover epidemics such as the flu, measles, or other major health

problems.

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SUICIDE OF STUDENT OR STAFF MEMBERSuicide Threat Procedure

I. IdentifyListen to students and take seriously any indication of a suicide attempt including notes, rumors, and hints to teachers and/or friends, writing assignments or artwork. Take seriously any mention of suicide, even if made in jest, and inform a counselor of such mentions.

II. VerifyA. Counselor contacts student to verify suicide intentions.B. Counselor questions student about thoughts, plans, methods, and how long

contemplating suicide.III. Notify

A. Contact another counselor, crisis counselor, and principal.B. Develop a plan with principal and/or counselor to contact parents. If parents

refuse or are reluctant to respond to an immediate conference, then inform parents of suicidal tendencies by phone.

IV. RespondA. Be prepared to offer parents a list of community resources available.B. Meet with teachers to convey pertinent information.C. Seek and provide alternative school plans that might be appropriate stress

reducers.V. Follow-Up

Provide a continuous channel of communication with students, parents, teachers and mental health professionals working with the student.

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WHEN DEALING WITH SUICIDECONFIDENTIALITY IS SECOND ONLY TO A STUDENT’S LIFE

SUICIDE PROCEDURESThe following procedures should be followed in the event of a suicide in the school family:1. The same basic procedures are to be followed as in a death by means other than

suicide with the following exceptions:A. The death should not be sensationalized in any way. Avoid memorials

such as locker decorations, tree planting, yearbook dedications, etc.B. Closely monitor other students to ensure that this action is not repeated.

EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION(DEATH/INJURY/SUICIDE)

1. CONTACT PARENT/NEXT OF KIN (PRINCIPAL)1. Tell parent/next of kin only that the student/adult has been injured (DO NOT

report that a student/adult has died).

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INTRUDER OR IRRATIONAL STUDENT OR STAFF

1. Teachers, parents, and other volunteers will monitor all halls in the building during the school day. Teachers should stand in the hall during class changes. If a stranger enters the hallway, the monitor in that hallway will call to or signal another monitor who is nearer the office area. The second monitor will immediately go to the office for help.

2. The monitor who sees the stranger will call to that stranger and will have him or her to come directly to the office area. If the stranger does not respond or acts in a strange manner, the monitor will continue to observe the stranger while calling loudly for assistance.

3. When teachers hear the monitor calling for assistance, the monitor should immediately close and lock the classroom door. Under no circumstances is the teacher to leave the students.

4. The teacher should warn the students of the possibility of some danger and should ask that they move to the floor under their desk tops. The teacher should also explain evacuation through the window in case it is needed.

5. The teacher should move to a safe place near the locked door and should do whatever is necessary to keep the intruder out of the classroom. That may mean that the teacher must use a hard object (textbook, yardstick, etc.) to hit at any hand that tries to come through the window and unlock the door.

6. The monitor at the end of the hall observes from a safe vantage point and keeps track of the intruder’s movements. The monitor must know into which classroom the intruder has gone if the intruder is no longer in the hallway.

7. The office staff initiates a call to the police while the principal or his or her designee moves to the area where the intruder was observed.

8. The other monitors begin moving through their hallways, asking teachers to close and lock the classroom doors.

529. The office staff calls custodians and instructs them to move to the area where the

intruder was observed. come back to that

10. Office staff should also notify all teachers with students on the outside of the building (coaches, physical education teachers, etc.). These students should be moved to the perimeter of the building, away from the area where the intruder was observed.

11. As long as the intruder does not physically endanger students or staff, he or she is simply observed until law enforcement agents arrive. If students or staff are endangered, the principal, the monitor, and the custodial staff should do whatever is necessary to draw the attention of the intruder away from those students and staff members.

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LOCK-DOWN DRILL/ HOSTAGESummary

1. Teachers will be previously trained to recognize emergency codes and signals.2. Teachers will secure rooms; account for all students.3. Teachers will lock windows and doors; secure blinds, shades, or curtains.4. Teachers should keep students orderly; listen for instructions.Teachers, administrators, and staff should use good common sense.

ABDUCTIONSTUDENT RUNAWAY OR ABDUCTION

Definition: Student runs away from the school building during school hours, or students that are abducted by a stranger or family member.

Steps of Action:

1. The teacher or staff member will notify the school office and provide a description of the student and as much as possible about the incident.

2. The school office personnel will call 911 and provide a description of the student and as much information as possible about the incident.

3. Follow student if it seems appropriate (student runaway).4. School office personnel will contact the parent or guardian.5. Contact Central Office at 251-867-6251 and report incident.6. Have a description of student’s clothing worn that day and a picture of the student available

for law enforcement personnel. Check with teacher to obtain clothing description. Pictures of most students are available in their Chalkable profile. If a student’s picture is not in Chalkable, pictures may be available from files or yearbooks, but a recent picture of every student must be available!

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MISSING PERSONS

If it appears a student is missing the teacher will:1. Check roll carefully.2. Ask other students if they have seen said student.3. Inform the secretary, who will immediately inform the principal about the missing child.

The principal will: Initiate an immediate search of the premises.1. Contact the child’s parents.2. Call the police.3. Contact the Central Office at 251-867-6251

AIR DISASTERS

A fallen aircraft emergency occurs when an aircraft fall is near or on school grounds. In case of a jet aircraft fall, the minimum safe distance from the site is 440 yards in case of explosion.

The principal will follow these guidelines:1. Call 911 immediately.2. Call Central Office at 251-867-6251.

The teachers will follow these guidelines:1. Keep all students away from the fallen aircraft.2. Evacuate the building if necessary. Follow the same procedure as for a fire drill.3. Notify the office if any students are missing.4. Render first aid that is necessary if possible.

ANIMALS IN THE SCHOOL

1. Keep students in their classrooms with doors closed.2. Get students out of the hallways.

553. Call Animal Control Unit. (251) 368-0859

BOMB THREAT/EXPLOSIONSTEPS OF ACTION FOR EXPLOSIONS

1. Determine location and extent of explosion.

2. Call 911 and provide important details regarding possible breaks in gas and electrical lines or other special hazards.

3. Evacuate building using normal evacuation procedures when all flying debris ceases. Special conditions may warrant special instructions to use alternative exits.

4. Assist with injured or wounded.

5. Notify Central Office at 251-867-6251.

6. Secure the area until authorities arrive.

7. Send one person to meet emergency first responder to explain the situation.

8. If an explosion occurs prior to evacuation, students should seek cover under their desks if possible. At all times, they should cover their heads with their hands and take a kneeling, face down position on the floor and should stay in this position until flying debris ceases.

THREATENING PHONE CALLS

1. If a phone threat is made, obtain as many details as possible. Use checklist that follows.

2. Call 911 and notify police, fire department, and emergency preparedness personnel. Follow the steps of the Annoyance Call Tracing System. Schools with a phone number display system should record the phone number on the display panel.

563. When the principal decides to evacuate the building, a bomb threat must be announced

on the intercom prior to activating the fire alarm system. Normal fire alarm procedures should be followed after the fire alarm sounds. Leave building as is.

4. Notify Central Office at 251-867-6251, who will notify other principals immediately.

5. Staff should be aware of unusual or suspicious boxes, packages, noises, devices, or disturbances in their classroom or hallway as they evacuate the building.Do not touch anything that looks suspicious. Report suspicious items to the principal.

6. The school will be searched by school personnel with assistance from law enforcement, fire personnel, and emergency preparedness personnel according to a plan developed by the school. The principal and law enforcement and fire personnel will consider the time indicated by the caller to determine when the building will be searched.

7. Stay in a safe designated area until the principal indicates it is safe to return to the building.

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DRUGS1. Crimes against persons or property as defined by the State Department of Education

Regulations and the School District of Escambia County include:

a. extortion / bomb threatb. possession, use, or transfer of dangerous weaponsc. assault and batteryd. sexual offensee. vandalism (major)f. theft, possession, or sale of stolen propertyg. arsonh. furnishing or selling unauthorized substances, as defined by board policyi. furnishing, selling, or possession of controlled substances (drugs, narcotics, or poisons)j. distribution, sale, purchase, manufacture, or unlawful possession of a controlled

substance while in or within a radius of one-half mile of school groundsk. threatening to take the life or inflict harm upon a teacher, principal, or members of their

immediate family

2. The administration may apply sanctions in cases of criminal conduct which may include, but are not limited to:

a. out-of-school suspensionb. assignment to alternative schoolc. expulsion d. restitution of property and damages, where appropriate, should be sought by local

authoritiese. other sanctions as approved by the board

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EARTHQUAKE PROCEDURE

Signals: Announcement on school intercom system or predetermined school code to indicate an earthquake emergency

STEPS OF ACTIONS:

1. Protect face and head from flying debris with arms, books, coats, etc. “Duck and Cover” procedures should be used.

2. Stay in this position until building tremors and/or flying debris ceases.3. If a fire alarm sounds, evacuate a safe distance from the building. If electricity is

inoperative, a bullhorn or other communication will signal evacuation. If students need to move to alternative safe area, teacher will be notified by principal, designee, or guidance counselor.

4. If evacuating the building, you should move to an area on the school campus that is not located near gas and electrical lines that could pose a hazard if broken.

5. Contact 911 and provide details of building damage and emergency needs.6. Contact the District Office and request assistance from the Crisis Response Team if

needed.

**Do not light any matches or candles if earthquake occurs.

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TRANSPORTATION

During an emergency, students, parents, and administrators may need to move from one location to another. For example, students may have to be evacuated from a school very rapidly. Administrators or parents may need to travel great distances to meet with injured or stranded students in some remote location. School buses may be needed at unusual hours. Bus drivers may have to be summoned quickly and dispatched to school to take students home.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

The Coordinator of Transportation will be the designated person to work with transportation. He/she will coordinate and direct transportation services for injured persons and members of their families.

No students will be released to any adult without authorization from an administrator. Upon direction from the supervision administrator, arrangements will be made for the safe dismissal of all students.

The decision to transport students in other than authorized school vehicles will be made by Coordinator of Transportation.

A safe holding area will be designated, located in close proximity of the school, for students to wait for the arrival of buses and/or parents. This area will be kept free of vehicle traffic.

We have an evacuation plan that addresses removal of students from the building.

The District will include bus drivers in their annual training activities. We maintain a current list of certified bus drivers.

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EXPLOSION

1. When an explosion occurs and debris is scattered in a classroom, students and teacher shall immediately crawl under their desk tops. Eyes should be held tightly closed and arms should be used to cover heads. If time permits, jackets or books or other objects should be used to cover the head.

2. When the initial explosion has ended, teachers and students should evacuate the building, following normal evacuation routes. If normal routes are blocked, alternate routes (including windows) should be used.

3. When outside the building, each class moves quickly to a designated location on campus or to a designated location near the campus. The teacher must maintain control over the students for which he or she has responsibility.

4. The school secretary will call the local fire department or other emergency agencies.

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MANDATORY UNIFORM DRESS POLICY1. System-wide newsletters2. School newsletters3. Parent forums4. Telephone notification5. PTO meetings and newsletters6. Parent advisory meetings7. Television, radio, and/or newspaper announcements8. Posters, displayed at school and in the community9. Registration materials

I. Compliance MeasuresA. Disciplinary action will be taken to enforce compliance with policy. Students

who do not comply with policy will be denied admission until such time as they are in compliance.

Reasonable accommodation should be made for religious beliefs if such accommodation would not unduly interfere with the effective functioning of the schoolroom.

Any student attending Escambia County Middle School shall comply with the uniform regulations. The principal shall have the responsibility of enforcing board policy.

1. First Offense:a. The student shall be taken to the school office.b. The parent shall be contacted to bring the student the proper

uniform or take the student home until such time as student shall return in proper uniform.

2. Second Offense:a. The student shall be taken to the school office.b. The parent shall be contacted for a conference.c. Student shall be suspended for one day OR assigned in-house

62detention for one day.

d. The student shall be readmitted when requirements have been met.

3. Third Offense:a. The student shall be taken to the school office.b. The student shall be suspended until such time as an appointment

shall be made and kept with the Administrative Assistant for Student Support Services. This conference shall include both parent and student.

II. Annual EvaluationA. Escambia County Middle School will participate in an evaluation at the end of

each school year for the first three years of the mandatory uniform program. Thereafter, the evaluation of the uniform program may be included in the school's regular review process.

B. The central office administrative staff shall design an evaluation for district-wide use. Each school shall complete its respective evaluation by May 1 of each year. The schools and the system shall review the results of the evaluations and the Board shall consider proposed modifications to the uniform policy as appropriate.

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RESOURCESLaTrice Bush is assigned to call 911 and contact other emergency personnel.

Alice Stewart, Marcia Adams, Derek Roberts, Phillip Drake, Shirley Boggan, Angela Parham, Brandon Evans, Conrad Weber, Vangela Franklin and Tanisha Henderson are trained in CPR and First Aid and will report to assigned triage area.

Sara Chavers is assigned to go immediately to the hospital where injured are taken.

Cordia Lee will develop and deliver reports to the media on a scheduled basis.

Jawuan Osborne will develop and deliver reports to parents on a scheduled basis.

LaTrice Bush will operate the telephone and other communication links.

Anthony Morris will provide identification of the seriously injured or deceased as quickly as possible.

Derek Roberts will direct traffic and keep lanes clear for emergency vehicles.

Jawuan Osborne and Anthony Morris will notify parents/guardians and other school administrators.

COMMUNICATION/TELEPHONE TREE

Becky Boutwell Lunchroom Workers

Theresa White Local Teachers and Aides

Billy Mills Bus Drivers

Toya McMillan Out of Town Teachers

Anthony Morris Secretaries and Custodians