Safety Systems in Salem-Keizer Public Schools
Student, staff and visitor safety is Salem-Keizer Public Schools' highest priority. Our nationally-recognized safety systems involve school, district and community-based strategies to prevent, mitigate, and respond to a variety of safety concerns.
Preventive & Responsive Systems
- People
- Training, drills and exercises
- Building design, equipment and technology
- Polices and procedures
Successful safety systems require a shared responsibility and accountability of all within the system–students, staff, families and community–to maintain strong attention to system functions.
People
Safety & Risk Management
As a district, Salem-Keizer Public Schools is committed to the physical and psychological safety of all students and staff. As part of this commitment, the district has an established Safety and Risk Management team that addresses a wide variety of areas related to physical safety including emergency operations, threat assessment, campus and district security, environmental health and more.
Mental & Behavioral Health
As a district, Salem-Keizer Public Schools is committed to the physical and psychological safety of all students and staff. As part of this commitment, the district has a strong system to address all levels of mental and behavioral health concerns – supporting students, families and staff wellness.
Community-Based Supports
School-Based & Districtwide Drills, Training & Response Systems
Annual Trainings for All Students & Staff
Each year, under district policy, students and staff receive training in key safety systems and drills. Although some trainings may not be mandatory each year, it is a priority for the district to ensure all members of the team are equipped with the tools to respond to safety needs, whether they be physical or psychological.
- Security Conditions (Practiced twice per year)
- Fire (Practiced every month)
- Earthquake (Practiced twice per year)
- Community-wide Reunification (Practiced annually starting in 2023)
Security Conditions (Practiced twice per year)
Fire (Practiced every month)
Earthquake (Practiced twice per year)
Community-wide Reunification (Practiced annually starting in 2023)
Building Design, Equipment & Technology
Dedication to Upgraded Systems & Facilities
Salem-Keizer Public Schools is the second-largest district in the state, with facilities covering more than 90 acres across the community. As a key proponent of safety, Salem-Keizer schools and district offices are equipped with upgraded safety and security, thanks in part to the passage of the 2018 bond, and have several dedicated spaces within schools to support social, emotional and behavioral wellbeing.