EHS Student Handbook 2021 | Page 83

We believe as research demonstrates, that increased parent involvement improves student achievement. Parent involvement initiatives in the school system will accommodate diversity, be flexible and creative, promote effective two-way communication, and offer opportunities for all parents to participate. The implementation of this policy is the responsibility of all district staff. Parent involvement activities will be coordinated at the district level. Each school will develop an annual plan for parent involvement activities. It is expected that this will create opportunities for collaboration between and among schools. The Superintendent will report annually to the Board of Education on district and school parent involvement activities. Requirements for state and federally funded programs will be met. Legal Reference: Connecticut General Statutes Policy Adopted: April 24, 2018 10-221(f) Boards of Education to prescribe rule(s), policies, and procedures as amended by PA 97-29 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES SHELTER IN PLACE: When conditions are safer inside the building than outside, the following procedures will be adopted in case of SHELTER IN PLACE: 1. Usher students into the school expeditiously 2. Listen for additional instructions 3. In severe weather environment: proceed to interior rooms or basement, away from windows. If not possible, sit in an interior hallway, with your back to the west; your head down and hands covering your head. 4. In a possible hazardous materials release: return to the classroom, close and seal all windows and doors, and shut off ventilation system EVACUATE SCHOOL When conditions are safer outside, than inside the building, the following procedures will be adopted in case of EVACUATE SCHOOL: 1. Give students explicit directions on evacuation process. 2. Close all doors and windows. 3. If Bomb Threat: DO NOT use cell phone and do not initiate radio communications. 4. Immediately direct all students out of classroom to pre-designated fire exit(s). Count students as they exit classroom & at staging area. No stops at locker or bathroom. 5. Exit building & guide students to predetermined safe area. 6. Take attendance and report to your Zone leader any missing students/staff, or additional students/staff. SECURE SCHOOL When suspicious activity, crime, a medical emergency, severe weather, or imminent environmental hazard has been reported in the area of the school. Procedures will be reviewed with staff and students. LOCKDOWN (IMMINENT DANGER) If extreme life-threatening danger is perceived as imminent. Procedures will be reviewed with staff and students. 83