Safety Precautions at Keeler School

Good Afternoon Keeler Families,

Safety Precautions at Keeler School

The safety of all students and staff at Keeler School is of great importance. As such, we have established appropriate safety measures for the various situations that may occur and affect our staff and students. Fire drills are a long-standing expectation of everyone who congregates in a setting such as a school. We are required to have a minimum of six fire drills each school year. Teachers keep class lists with them during all drills and attendance is always taken. Parents or other visitors are expected to evacuate the building when the fire alarm is sounded.

It is a reflection of the changes in our society that we must add variations to our safety drills. Today, February 25, 2020 we practiced a drill known as a "lockdown". The teachers instructed students of their role during a drill of this kind. All students were prepared and understood that this was a practice. No one is allowed to enter or leave the building during a lockdown procedure. Members of the Calgary Police Service were present today to assist with this practice and provide feedback.

As we continue to refine our school safety procedures, other safety precautions we continue to have in place include:

• Locking all doors
• Walkie Talkies - for communication when children are out in the school field
• A Fan Out Procedure using School Messenger has been established to ensure clear and swift communication with parents in the event of an emergency 
• Visitors - are expected to register at the office
• Volunteers - must complete a security clearance and sing in at the office and wear nametags at all times 
• Substitute Teachers - are provided with emergency information upon entering the school

Staff members are trained in first aid and have thoroughly reviewed emergency plans with the children. We appreciate your support.

If you have any concerns or questions please contact the office.

Thank you,

Keeler School