School Safety and Security
The safety and security of all Suffern Central School District students and staff is of paramount importance. These pages include information regarding our policies and procedures to ensure safety and security, as well as resources for all our families.
How Does the District Respond to a Wide Range of Emergencies?
Schools are required to engage in comprehensive emergency planning and training to prevent and manage emergencies in their buildings. Emergencies may include facility failures such as a gas leak, accidents, medical emergencies, severe weather or an intruder in the school. The following protocols may be used individually or in conjunction with one another to respond to a wide range of critical incidents.
School Safety Protocols
- How Does the District Respond to a Wide Range of Emergencies?
- When and Why Would the District Issue an Emergency Protocol?
- What are the Daily Security Measures Parents Should be Aware of?
- What to do After an Emergency
How Does the District Respond to a Wide Range of Emergencies?
When and Why Would the District Issue an Emergency Protocol?
What are the Daily Security Measures Parents Should be Aware of?
What to do After an Emergency
How You Can Help
People who are at risk of hurting themselves or others often show warning signs before an act of violence takes place. If you see something that doesn't seem quite right, parents and students are encouraged to report their concerns to Anonymous Alerts. Additional information on accessing additional resources can be found on our website as well as the DHS Website, APA Website
Make sure your child's emergency contact information is up-to-date and accurate. If your child requires medication, please be sure it is supplied to the school nurse.
Parents SHOULD NOT respond to the school building during an emergency. Doing so can greatly interfere with the efforts of emergency responders to manage the incident.
Please do not call the schools. In a crisis situation, school phones are needed to manage the situation and lines must remain open. Please also refrain from calling or texting your child. Staff and students are discouraged from using cell phone communication for safety reasons.
Review with your child any alternative arrangements you have made in case an emergency prevents you from being home or picking up your child.
The Suffern Central School District is committed to providing a safe environment for students, staff and visitors. The District works closely with area law enforcement, Fire, EMS, so that our schools are well-prepared in the event of an emergency. Each school conducts several drills throughout the school year to help students and staff prepare for possible emergencies. Each year, the District's Emergency Plan is reviewed and updated. The District-Wide School Safety Plan is posted on the District website. Please note that Building-Level plans are confidential for security reasons.
District Emergency Information Guide
The Suffern Central School District is committed to providing a safe environment for students, staff and visitors. In the event of an emergency, it is important for parents and guardians to be familiar with the way the District prevents and manages emergencies. This guide outlines key information and terms that are helpful to know in the event of an emergency situation.