How Would Carrollwood Schools React In A Crisis?
Normally, the school's ParentLink System is used to call or email parents in a crisis situation. But, in the event of a school shooting, officials caution that they may not be able to use that system.
It's something parents would rather not think about. However, in light of today's elementary school shooting in Newtown, Conn., it's a topic that can hardly be ignored. While the likelihood of there being a school shooting in Hillsborough County is slim, (Hillsborough County has the eighth largest school district in the nation and has never had a school shooting), the Hillsborough County School District isn't taking any chances when it comes to the safety of students and staff, said Cpt. Bamir Ode of the Hillsborough County School Security Services Department. "We have a crisis plan in place for each school in the district," said Ode. "I can't discuss details of the plans because it would put the plans in jeopardy. But we're prepared if …
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2:52 pm on Saturday, December 15, 2012
Perhaps they should look at the text message emergency systems the schools like FSU have in place. It's an opt-in system that works very effectively. Many colleges implemented systems like this after the Virginia Tech massacre. Metal detectors won't make any difference unless the schools are totally fenced in and the only way in or out is through a metal detector. Be prepared to open your … more ›