Providing safe schools is both a legal and moral responsibility of the Department of Education. Schools are expected to comply with all applicable federal, state, and county laws, rules, standards, etc., relating to safety. Safe school policies and practices are integral components of standards-based education, as safe schools have a direct correlation with student achievement. All Department of Education employees are responsible for ensuring a safe and harmonious work environment according to the provisions of the Safety Policy. Schools are required to develop school safety plans that are submitted for review. Students, parents, and employees may be assured that schools are prepared to deal with problems swiftly and effectively. Recent school safety initiatives include the School Safety Manager and the Safety Resource Officer programs, using retired law enforcement personnel to coordinate the school safety activity.

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