The District cites parent concerns in the wake of a tragic school shooting in Newtown, CT.
Farmington Public Schools Supt. Susan Zurvalec has requested that main entrances at all district schools be locked through the end of the week. Winter vacation starts for students at the end of the school day on Friday; students will return on Jan. 3. The statement, emailed through the district's list serv, explained that school officials have received questions from parents regarding safety and security measures since a lone gunman forced his way into Sandy Hook elementary school and killed 20 children and six adults before turning the gun on himself. School principals have communicated with parents via list serv about safety measures at their buildings. On Monday, Power Upper Elementary School James Anderson announced a change in …
Officials with the Bloomfield Hills Schools and local law enforcement reiterate these points to help emergency plans following the Newtown tragedy.
In a letter distributed to parents Tuesday, Bloomfield Hills Schools Superintendent Rob Glass said parents play a large role in the district's emergency safety plan. He also said that after a thorough review with local law enforcement — prompted by the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary school — he though it was important to issue these simple, yet important reminders to help keep each building secure and children safe. When visiting, remember to press the doorbell to be buzzed in and proceed immediately to the main office for sign-in. Then be sure to wear your guest ID tag at all times. Our staff may know you by first name, but police and first responders need help in identifying you as a visitor rather than someone who may be a threat…
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