[0:00] - [Instructor] Nothing is more important [0:02] than the safety of our students and staff in our schools, [0:04] and when an incident occurs, [0:06] having a prepared response is the foundation [0:09] of a safe school environment. [0:11] That's why here at Robbinsdale Area Schools, [0:13] we use the Standard Response Protocol [0:16] created by the I Love U Guys Foundation. [0:19] The standard response Protocol is used [0:21] in more than 45,000 schools, agencies, [0:24] and organizations around the world. [0:25] It was created through the research-based best practices [0:28] of school administrators, psychologists, [0:31] public space safety experts, families, and first responders. [0:35] So how does the standard Response Protocol work [0:38] in our schools? [0:39] The Standard Response Protocol provides common language [0:42] that proactively identifies five possible actions [0:45] that could be required during an incident or an emergency, [0:48] and every action carries specific instructions. [0:52] The actions are hold, secure, lockdown, [0:57] evacuate, and severe weather. [1:00] The most common action is hold. [1:03] A hold is called because something is happening in the halls [1:06] or an area of the building, [1:07] and staff need to keep students out of the halls [1:10] until it is resolved. [1:11] This could be a student or staff medical issue. [1:15] In a hold, all students will remain in the classroom [1:18] and the teacher will lock the classroom door, [1:21] take attendance, and continue with their class [1:23] until an all clear is given, [1:25] - [Student] We can keep learning, [1:27] but we won't be allowed to leave class for any reason, [1:29] even if the bell rings, [1:40] - [Narrator] If a secure is called, [1:42] it means there is a threat or hazard [1:44] believed to be happening in the neighborhood [1:46] or outside the building, [1:47] and everyone needs to get safely inside. [1:50] - [Student] This could be a dangerous animal [1:52] or criminal activity nearby. [1:55] - [Instructor] A secure means that the exterior doors [1:57] are locked and no one else is allowed [1:59] in or out of the building. [2:01] Any classes outside are brought in [2:03] and activities inside the building continue as normal. [2:06] Even class changes will happen as usual. [2:09] Staff will take attendance [2:10] and continue with their class until an all clear is given. [2:23] A lockdown is the most serious action we might take [2:27] when there is a threat or hazard [2:28] believed to be inside the school building. [2:31] This could be a threatening intruder. [2:34] During a lockdown, no one is allowed [2:37] into or out of the building. [2:39] All students and staff remain [2:41] in their locked classrooms or offices. [2:43] Staff will turn off the lights, move everyone out of sight, [2:47] take attendance, and then remain silent until police [2:50] or school administration release classrooms or areas. [2:54] A lockdown will only end when it is deemed safe [2:57] by law enforcement [2:58] in partnership with school administrators. [3:14] Students and staff might be asked to evacuate [3:17] because of a power outage, a fire, or a gas leak. [3:20] Teachers will lead their students safely out of the building [3:23] to a designated location, take attendance, [3:26] and wait for further information. [3:28] - [Student] Our teacher will tell us [3:30] if we will return to school [3:31] or if we'll be picked up by our parents [3:33] from another location. [3:46] A shelter is called most commonly [3:49] in response to severe weather events [3:51] affecting the school. [3:52] Students might remain in their classroom [3:54] or move to a designated safe location [3:56] inside the school. [3:58] - [Student] Our teacher will tell us [3:59] if we're staying in our room or moving somewhere else. [4:09] - [Instructor] These five actions [4:10] of the Standard Response Protocol help us know what to do [4:13] when there is a crisis in our schools, and we're not alone. [4:17] Our local law enforcement partners and emergency responders [4:20] also understand the Standard Response Protocol [4:23] and what is expected of us during an emergency. [4:26] Thanks to the Standard Response Protocol, [4:29] we are all using the same tools [4:30] and the practice responses to keep everyone safe. [4:34] To learn more about safety in Robbinsdale Area schools, [4:37] visit our website.