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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

At its core, Salem-Keizer Public Schools’ safety systems center on strong, trusted and ongoing relationships, both in preventing and responding to safety concerns. Safety systems within Salem-Keizer schools are student-centered, well-rounded and include foundational systems involving:
  • 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.

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.