Safety Systems in Salem-Keizer Public Schools
Student, staff, and visitor safety is Salem-Keizer Public School's 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
People
Safety & Risk Management
Salem-Keizer Public Schools is committed to ensuring the safety of students and staff. To achieve this, the district has a Safety and Risk Management team that addresses the various aspects of physical and psychological safety. This includes emergency operations, threat assessment, campus and district security, and environmental health.
Mental & Behavioral Health
Salem-Keizer Public Schools is dedicated to the safety and well-being of all students and staff. The district has a robust system in place to address mental and behavioral health concerns at all levels, providing support for 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. Even if some trainings are not mandatory each year, it is a priority for the district to ensure all team members have the tools to respond to safety needs. This includes both physical or psychological needs.
- 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 Oregon, with facilities covering more than 90 acres across the community. With safety as a top priority, the district's schools and offices have upgraded security features, partly funded by the 2018 bond. Schools also provide dedicated spaces to support students' social, emotional, and behavioral wellbeing.
- Weapon Detection Systems
- Building Design
- Door Alerts & Window Coverings
- Emergency Operations Center
- Calm Rooms & Positive Action Centers
- Emergency Notification Communications
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