Emergency Planning

In the event of an earthquake or other disaster:
* No student will be dismissed from school unless a parent (or individual designated by a parent) comes for him/her.
* No child will be allowed to leave with another person, even a relative or baby-sitter, unless the school has written permission to that effect or that particular person is listed on the student’s emergency card in our files. With this in mind, if your child’s card is not up to date, please request a new card from our office.
* All parents, or designated parties, who come for students must have them signed out at the office or at the Temporary Student Release Station at the entrance to the school yard. Signs will be posted on the garage door if this alternate location is required.
* We are prepared to care for your children in times of critical situations. If you are not able to reach the school, we will care for your child here. The majority of our staff have current first-aid certificates, and we will be in communication with various local emergency services.

We do ask for your help in the following areas:
*Please do not call the school - we must have the lines open for emergency calls.
*Following an earthquake or other emergency, do not immediately drive to the school - streets and access to our school may be cluttered with debris. The school access route and street entrance areas must remain clear for emergency vehicles.
*Do turn your radio to KGMI (790) or KPUG (1170) or KBFW (930) on the A.M. dial. Information and directions will be given over the radio.
*If your child has a condition requiring medication, we recommend that you keep a 72 hour supply at the school at all times. Please refer to “Medications.”
*Please provide an emergency kit for your child. At the beginning of each school year, we request that you send a drink and small snack that can easily fit into a quart-sized zip-lock bag or purchase a five-year pack. You may also include a family picture, small toy, or other “comfort item.” Parents have the option to purchase commercial emergency kits from the PTO for $5.00.