I wanted to share with you that today at 12:50pm, Country Meadows underwent a Lock Down Drill. Officers from the Lake County Sheriffs' Department and our D96 Resource Officer, Janet Freeman, were on site to assist in the drill and give feedback about our safety plan.
These drills are designed to acquaint students and staff with procedures to cope with emergencies within and around the building that can possibly arise during school. Staff was aware of the timing of the drill so we could identify any potential impediments and adjust our plan to maximize safety for all.
I'm proud to announce that students and staff alike were quick, calm, and collected during the scheduled drill! The students were so quiet and well hidden that you would not even know there were over 420 students here today. All of the visiting adults were very impressed. We are specifically very proud of our 4th graders that were in the cafeteria at this time.
I encourage you to talk with your kids about their experiences today. Kids love to ask, "what do I do if..." We work to help the kids become problem-solvers that can protect themselves if need be. For example, a child might ask, "What do I do if an intruder gets in my classroom?" Please teach your child to protect oneself by then relocating to safety.
Do not hesitate to contact me with any questions.
