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July 16, 2024 Board Meeting
Agenda Item 23.

Title
APPROVAL OF THE ADOPTION OF REVISED POLICY 3.24 - SAFE AND SECURE SCHOOLS

Description
This policy has been revised to be aligned with changes from the 2024 legislative session.

Gap Analysis

The following changes have been made to this policy:

  • Schools must provide each student instruction on how to use FortifyFL within the first five days of each school year.
  • Instruction must be age and developmentally appropriate for students and include the consequences of making a false threat or false report.
  • School safety specialist must provide quarterly reports to the Board on the number and percentage of schools that were inspected or reinspected and the number and percentage that had no deficiencies.


Previous Outcomes 

This policy was previously approved by the Board in 2024.



Expected Outcomes 
When approved as presented, this policy will keep the District in a strong position relating to school safety.

Strategic Plan Goal

Pillar 4 – Every School Equipped

Priority 4.3 - Ensure Safe Schools and Classrooms


Recommendation
That the revised policy 3.24 - Safe and Secure Schools - be approved as presented.

Contact Information

CHRIS PARENTEAU   chris.parenteau@sarasotacountyschools.net

CRAIG MANIGLIA   craig.maniglia@sarasotacountyschools.net

CHRIS RENOUF   chris.renouf@sarasotacountyschools.net



Financial Impact
N/A

ATTACHMENTS:
DescriptionUpload DateType
Policy 3.24_Safe_and_Secure_Schools6/18/2024Cover Memo