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  • The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. Through proactive planning and a close partnership with local police, Chesterfield County School District is dedicated to preventing emergencies and ensuring a seamless response to any incident. To maintain the effectiveness of these strategies, specific details of our safety plans remain confidential. However, the following measures offer a look at the high standards we maintain to keep our schools safe.

    LAW ENFORCEMENT

    Through the leadership of our school board and our partnership with local law enforcement, CCSD has at least one full-time School Resource Officer in each school. 

    DRILLS

    Within each school year, schools must conduct at least two fire drills, two active shooter/intruder drills, and two severe weather/earthquake drills with at least one of each drill conducted each semester. These drills help ensure students and staff are prepared to quickly make their way to safety in the event of an emergency.

    COMMUNICATIONS

    The district works with law enforcement to communicate pertinent information when appropriate. School messages are coordinated through the district, and updates are provided as information becomes available.

    RESOURCES

    • DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

    • SC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION 
      • The South Carolina Department of Education has information about  anti-bullying, Health & Safety and more!
    • CHESTERFIELD COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
      • If you have specific concerns or questions about a school or suggestions for improvement, please reach out to your school principal or the district’s Chief of Student Services & Administration at 843-623-5509.

     

  • Chesterfield County School District is committed to the safety of everyone who attends our district events. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the steps we take to ensure event safety for students, staff, and the community.  Thank you for your cooperation. We will see you at the game!

    Event Safety

    CLEAR BAG POLICY

    Approved bags include:

    • Clear Tote:  Plastic, vinyl, or PVC  (no larger than 12” x 6” x 12”)
    • Plastic Zip Top Bag:  (No larger than 1 gal resealable clear)
    • Small clutch bag (no larger than 5”x7”)
    • Medical Items (Items related to a medical condition)

     

    METAL DETECTORS

    All attendees must be checked by metal detectors and/or wand to enter the stadium.

     

    ADMISSION

    No tickets will be sold after the 3rd quarter and no one can enter the stadium after the 3rd quarter.

     

    STUDENT SUPERVISION

    All students in eighth grade or below must be accompanied by an adult 21 years old or older.

     

    EVENT SAFETY OFFICIALS

    We partner with law enforcement and event staff to ensure spectator safety for the duration of the event.

     

    For More Information, see GAME SAFETY POLICY.

  • See Clear Bag Policy on the Policies Page.

  • CCSD policy JICFAA prohibits acts of harassment, intimidation or bullying of a student by students, staff and third parties which interfere with or disrupt student's ability to learn and the school's responsibility to educate its students in a safe and orderly environment, whether such acts occur in a classroom, on school premises, on a school bus or other school-related vehicle, at an official school bus stop, at a school-sponsored activity or event whether or not it is held on school premises, or at another program or function where the school is responsible for the student.

    RESOURCES:

  • SEE SOMETHING? SAY SOMETHING.

    Your report can prevent a tragedy.

    Immediately report any crimes, suspicious behavior, or school threats.

    DIAL 911 FOR ALL EMERGENCIES & THREATS

     

  • Parent Emergency Response Guidelines

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    Emergency Reunification Guidelines
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    Parent’s Guide to Emergency Communications

    Our Role:  The primary goal of Chesterfield County School District during an emergency is the safety and security of our staff and students. 

     

    STANDARD RESPONSE PROTOCOL

    During an emergency, shared vocabulary for students, staff and first responders is also essential. That is why we use the Standard Response Protocol (SRP), developed by the "I Love U Guys" Foundation. 

    Hold - In Your Room or Area 

    When a school is under a hold, students and staff are to clear the hallways and remain in room or area until the "All Clear" is announced. Learning continues as normal. 

    Secure - Secure the Perimeter 

    When a school is in secure status, the danger is considered to be outside of the building. School personnel ensure all perimeter doors are locked and bring any students involved in outside activities indoors. Learning and other activities continue as normal. 

    Lockdown - Locks, Lights, Out of Sight 

    During a lockdown, the danger may be inside the building. Learning community and individual classroom doors are secured, lights are turned off and students are kept quiet and in place. 

    Evacuate - Follow the Directions 

    During an evacuation, students are moved away from possible danger in a quick, orderly process. 

    Shelter - Follow the Directions 

    When a school is sheltering in place, students and staff take actions to protect themselves from a potential danger (tornado, hazardous material, wildland fire). 
     

    Your Role: The natural instinct for parents or guardians is to come to the school during an emergency to protect their children. However, by doing so, they may endanger themselves and their children. Law enforcement and school personnel are busy responding to the situation. Your arrival or calls may distract them. Please help by following the steps below. 

    What should families do: 

    • Stay Home - The most important contribution you can make to your student and your own safety may be staying away from the school. 
    • Stay Informed - Information will be shared with families as soon as possible. Please know, in some situations, accurate information may take some time to verify and share. 
    • Be Ready - Be prepared to follow instructions from the district. 

     

    Reunification: 

    Certain types of emergencies may require faculty, staff, and students to evacuate a campus. In these cases, the district's reunification plan will be implemented. Students and staff will be transported by school bus to a safe facility away from the emergency. Parents/guardians will be notified as soon as practical and asked to report to the reunification site. A parent/guardian reporting to a reunification site must have his/her driver's license or government-issued photo ID available to show district staff The individual picking up the student must also be listed in the student's file as someone authorized to pick up the student from school.

  • Infographic titled 'A Parent's Guide to Emergency Communications' with text and illustrations.

  • Pursuant to State Law, persons must be approved to enter the school by the principal (via check-in process) before entering the school.

    ALL VISITORS MUST HAVE A:

    STATE ISSUED DRIVER'S LICENSE, STATE ISSUED ID, or US MILITARY ID to check-in and receive a visitor badge. If you do not have a valid ID, please report to the front desk.

    ALL VISITORS MUST WEAR A VISITOR BADGE AT ALL TIMES.

    • Please report any person in the school who does not have a district, school or visitor badge.
    • Please report any suspicious behavior to the front office or School Resource Officer.
    • Persons entering school property are deemed to have consented to a search of their persons and property (Act 373 of 1994).
    • Weapons are prohibited in a school, except for law enforcement (SC Code 16-23-430).

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