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July 16, 2024 Board Meeting
Agenda Item 37.

Title
APPROVAL OF THE ADOPTION OF REVISED POLICY 8.16 - EMERGENCY DRILLS/PLANS

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

Gap Analysis

The policy has been revised with the following changes:

  • Schools must maintain written reports of emergency drills for two years and accessible to the Office of Safe Schools upon request.
  • Reports must include the names of all law enforcement personnel present on campus for each active assailant drill.


Previous Outcomes 

This policy was previously revised and adopted in 2021.



Expected Outcomes 

When approved as presented, this policy will keep the District in compliance with best practices.



Strategic Plan Goal

Pillar 4 – Every School Equipped

Priority 4.3 – Ensure Safe Schools and Classrooms


Recommendation
That the revised policy 8.16 - Emergency Drills/Plans - 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 8.16 Emergency Drills6/18/2024Cover Memo