Friendswood ISD will be conducting Safety Security Audits of all facilities in the district. The audit consists of a review of policies and procedures, district and campus emergency plans, access, external security, and internal security. Recommendations are then made to the administration for improving safety and security of facilities.
Annually we review our crisis management plans to ensure that we are prepared for a variety of emerging situations. Campus Safety Teams meet monthly to work on issues that impact the safety of our children and staff.
In dealing with local, state, national or international crises that might occur, key school personnel are trained in National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses and the district conducts periodic exercises to practice relevant drills.
Friendswood ISD has received a Readiness and Emergency Management for Schools (REMS) grant and will use this funding to review and update campus crisis management plans, to adopt a multi-hazard emergency operation plan, conduct drills, provide more training for school personnel and create campus emergency prototype kits.
Our electronic newsletter, the eLOOK will continue to provide information in a timely manner when there is important information to convey. It is our hope that every household in FISD will sign up for the free newsletter and enjoy receiving the frequent news as well as emergency information in their e-mail.
FISD officials maintain a constant watch on changing weather conditions. During hurricane season, the administration stays in contact with emergency management and other city officials and stands ready to take the necessary actions for the dismissal of school and the immediate return of students to their homes if and when such circumstances warrant. The District works closely with the City's Emergency Management Department to prepare for severe weather.
Announcements regarding inclement weather and possible dismissal will be made on our website, in our electronic newsletter, and on area radio and television stations. Please listen to the City of Friendswood Information Radio (1650 AM), KTRH (740) and KPRC (950 AM) and watch TV Stations KTRK (13), KPRC-TV (2), KHOU-TV (11), and KRIV (Fox 26), local network affiliated TV stations for announcements concerning the dismissal or cancellation of school or the time when classes will be resumed if such dismissal or cancellation becomes necessary.
Health concerns such as H1N1 flu virus will be addressed immediately through the electronic newsletter, the website and local papers.
Once again, I want to thank you for your cooperation in providing a comforting and encouraging climate for your child. We will honor our promise to keep you informed as situations arise. It is our privilege to provide enriching experiences and confident surroundings for your student.
Sincerely,
Trish Hanks
Superintendent |
