HARD Lockdown Procedure
Hold-Lock-Secure
In the event of a violent threat with an armed intruder, the following code will be announced over the intercom:
"Activate the HARD LOCKDOWN Procedure."
- Immediately close and lock the classroom door.
- Follow the communications.
- DO NOT EVACUATE if the fire alarm is activated.
- Move away from glass and doors, sit or lie on the floor.
- Pull down shades if on the first or ground floor.
- Take attendance of those present and absent.
- Release no one unless by order of the Principal or designees.
- No restroom breaks.
- No use of television, radio or cell phones.
- Everyone on the floor if gunshots are detected.
- Do not call office for general information.
- Call the office only if you have vital information.
- Non-assigned staff should take shelter in closest secure location.
- Be prepared to remain in 'LOCKDOWN' for an extended period.
- If the Principal or her designee orders an evacuation, follow the fire alarm guidelines.
SOFT Lockdwon Procedure
Hold-Lock-Secure
In the event of an unknown intruder(s) entering the building the following code will be announced over the intercom:
"Activate the SOFT LOCKDOWN Procedure"
- Close and Lock the classroom door.
- Follow the communications.
- DO NOT EVACUATE if the fire alarm is activated.
- Take attendance of those present and absent, then continue with class lessons.
- Pull down shades if on the first or ground floor.
- Do not move from the classroom should the school bell chime.
- Release no oneunless ordered by the Principal or her designees.
- No restroom breaks.
- No use of television, radio or cell phones.
- Do not call the office for general information.
- Call the office only if you have vital information to relay.
- Non-assigned staff should take shelter in closest secure location.
- Be prepared to remain in "LOCKDOWN' for an extended period.
- If the principal or her designee orders an evacuation, follow the fire alarm guidelines.
