Communicating Student Release (Evacuation) in Schools
If students are to be released as part of an evacuation, traditional release procedures may not be safe. Parents need to know the alternative plan. The Guide suggests that a comprehensive plan should include:
- Up-to-date student rosters for teachers, the principal and other stakeholders
- Student emergency cards that contains contact information on parents and guardians and others who could be contacted in an emergency. The card should state who the student is allowed to leave the campus with, pertinent medical information and doctor contact information. The cards should be stored in the front office in hard copy and electronically.