School Safety & Security | Pointers Run Elementary School
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School Safety & Security | Pointers Run Elementary School
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School Safety & Security
The Howard County Public School System is committed to doing everything
possible to ensure students and staff are provided a safe, healthy, and
supportive environment.
Complete information on
HCPSS
School Safety and Security
can be found on the HCPSS website.
Report a Tip
HCPSS asks students, families, staff, and community members to report
suspicious activity or any concerns to school administrators as soon as
possible. Additionally, HCPSS encourages the utilization of Safe Schools
Maryland, an anonymous and free system to report any school or student
safety concerns, including mental health concerns. Safe Schools Maryland
operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Anyone can call
the tip line (1-833-MD-B-SAFE / 1-833-632-7233), complete an online form, or
use the Safe Schools Maryland app.
Go to the
Safe Schools
Maryland Tipline
HCPSS Threat Management
HCPSS has a detailed threat management process. If an alleged threat is
reported (verbally, in writing or through social media), a consistent set of
procedures and documentation are set in motion. This detailed process
involves collecting information to understand what led to the alleged
threat, interviews with witnesses, and a review of educational and
disciplinary records. The process is collaborative and includes school
staff, HCPSS Division of School leadership, and staff with HCPSS Safety and
Security. It also is common for school and system leaders to consult with
Howard County Police.
Emergency Protective Actions
In an emergency, the initial actions taken during the first few moments
of an incident are essential to student and staff safety, and may include
lockdown, modified lockdown, shelter in place, or evacuation. Details on
each of these circumstances can be found on the HCPSS website.
Communicating to Families
In any developing situation, the first priority is to first ensure the
safety of all students and staff, and communicate with any relevant law
enforcement agencies. Notification to families is crucial and will be done
as soon as staff are able.
Communication to families will be emailed and/or texted to
parents/guardians to the contact information on file in HCPSS’ systems.
Parents/guardians should
verify/update
Family File/Emergency Information each year to ensure their contact
information
, as well as student emergency dismissal procedures are
correct.
Parents/guardians are automatically enrolled for email notification;
however, all users must opt in one time to receive text messages. To opt in
or confirm that you are signed up to receive messages, text the word “yes”
to 67587 from the mobile number listed in your Family File.
Skip to main content
School Safety & Security
The Howard County Public School System is committed to doing everything
possible to ensure students and staff are provided a safe, healthy, and
supportive environment.
Complete information on
HCPSS
School Safety and Security
can be found on the HCPSS website.
Report a Tip
HCPSS asks students, families, staff, and community members to report
suspicious activity or any concerns to school administrators as soon as
possible. Additionally, HCPSS encourages the utilization of Safe Schools
Maryland, an anonymous and free system to report any school or student
safety concerns, including mental health concerns. Safe Schools Maryland
operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Anyone can call
the tip line (1-833-MD-B-SAFE / 1-833-632-7233), complete an online form, or
use the Safe Schools Maryland app.
Go to the
Safe Schools
Maryland Tipline
HCPSS Threat Management
HCPSS has a detailed threat management process. If an alleged threat is
reported (verbally, in writing or through social media), a consistent set of
procedures and documentation are set in motion. This detailed process
involves collecting information to understand what led to the alleged
threat, interviews with witnesses, and a review of educational and
disciplinary records. The process is collaborative and includes school
staff, HCPSS Division of School leadership, and staff with HCPSS Safety and
Security. It also is common for school and system leaders to consult with
Howard County Police.
Emergency Protective Actions
In an emergency, the initial actions taken during the first few moments
of an incident are essential to student and staff safety, and may include
lockdown, modified lockdown, shelter in place, or evacuation. Details on
each of these circumstances can be found on the HCPSS website.
Communicating to Families
In any developing situation, the first priority is to first ensure the
safety of all students and staff, and communicate with any relevant law
enforcement agencies. Notification to families is crucial and will be done
as soon as staff are able.
Communication to families will be emailed and/or texted to
parents/guardians to the contact information on file in HCPSS’ systems.
Parents/guardians should
verify/update
Family File/Emergency Information each year to ensure their contact
information
, as well as student emergency dismissal procedures are
correct.
Parents/guardians are automatically enrolled for email notification;
however, all users must opt in one time to receive text messages. To opt in
or confirm that you are signed up to receive messages, text the word “yes”
to 67587 from the mobile number listed in your Family File.