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Safety Calendar

Catherine Borowski

College of Education, Grand Canyon University

EAD-536: Strategic Leadership and Management in the Principalship

Dr. Gary McDaniel

March 27, 2024

Week #4
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Safety Calendar

Safety Calendar for Academic Year 2024-2025 – Todd Beamer High School

September

9/2 - Monthly Fire Drill: Monday, September 2 at 10:30 a.m. Evacuation will be from the

cafeteria during lunchtime.

9/3 - Debriefing: After the fire drill, a debriefing session will be held on September 3 involving

administrators, teachers, and staff to discuss strengths, areas for improvement, and any necessary

adjustments. The shared Google Safety file will include notes, changes, and other pertinent

information.

9/10 - Teacher Training: Conduct safety training sessions during staff professional development

day on September 10.

October

10/3 - Quarterly Lockdown Drill: Thursday, October 3 at 1:00 p.m. Simulated situation involving

an intruder in the building during class time.

10/4 - Debriefing: After the lockdown drill, a debriefing session will be held on October 4

involving administrators, teachers, and staff to discuss strengths, areas for improvement, and any

necessary adjustments. The shared Google Safety file will include notes, changes, and other

pertinent information.

November

11/6 - Monthly Fire Drill: Wednesday, November 6 at 9:45 a.m. Evacuation will be during 2nd

period.

11/7 - Debriefing: After the fire drill, a debriefing session will be held on November 7 involving

administrators, teachers, and staff to discuss strengths, areas for improvement, and any necessary
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adjustments. The shared Google Safety file will include notes, changes, and other pertinent

information.

December

12/6 - Quarterly Lockdown Drill: Friday, December 6 at 10:15 a.m. A simulated situation

involving a bomb threat received via phone call.

12/7 - Debriefing: After the lockdown drill, a debriefing session will be held on December 7

involving administrators, teachers, and staff to discuss strengths, areas for improvement, and any

necessary adjustments. The shared Google Safety file will include notes, changes, and other

pertinent information.

January

1/7 - Monthly Fire Drill: Tuesday, January 7 at 11:00 a.m. Evacuation will be during the passing

period between the 3rd and 4th periods.

1/8 - Debriefing: After the fire drill, a debriefing session will be held on January 8 involving

administrators, teachers, and staff to discuss strengths, areas for improvement, and any necessary

adjustments. The shared Google Safety file will include notes, changes, and other pertinent

information.

1/15 - Teacher Training: Conduct a refresher safety training session during the staff meeting on

January 15.

February

2/3 - Monthly Fire Drill: Monday, February 3 at 2:00 p.m. The evacuation will be held prior to

the end of the school day.

2/4 - Debriefing: After the fire drill, a debriefing session will be held on February 4 involving

administrators, teachers, and staff to discuss strengths, areas for improvement, and any necessary
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adjustments. The shared Google Safety file will include notes, changes, and other pertinent

information.

March

3/5 - Quarterly Lockdown Drill: Thursday, March 5 at 9:30 a.m. Simulated situation involving

an active shooter on campus.

3/6 - Debriefing: After the lockdown drill, a debriefing session will be held on March 6

involving administrators, teachers, and staff to discuss strengths, areas for improvement, and any

necessary adjustments. The shared Google Safety file will include notes, changes, and other

pertinent information.

April

4/7 - Monthly Fire Drill: Tuesday, April 7 at 10:45 a.m. Evacuation will be from the auditorium

during an assembly.

4/8 - Debriefing: After the fire drill, a debriefing session will be held on April 8 involving

administrators, teachers, and staff to discuss strengths, areas for improvement, and any necessary

adjustments. The shared Google Safety file will include notes, changes, and other pertinent

information.

May

5/6 - Quarterly Lockdown Drill: Wednesday, May 6 at 1:30 p.m. Simulated situation involving a

chemical spill in the science wing.

5/7 - Debriefing: After the lockdown drill, a debriefing session will be held on May 7 involving

administrators, teachers, and staff to discuss strengths, areas for improvement, and any necessary

adjustments. The shared Google Safety file will include notes, changes, and other pertinent

information.
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June

6/6 - Full School Evacuation: Thursday, June 6 at noon. Transportation coordinated with local

authorities. Reunification point will be at the nearby community center. Parents will be notified

via automated phone call, email, and text message.

6/7 - Debriefing: After the evacuation drill, a debriefing session will be held on June 7 involving

administrators, teachers, and staff to discuss strengths, areas for improvement, and any necessary

adjustments. The shared Google Safety file will include notes, changes, and other pertinent

information.

Rationale

Developing a comprehensive safety calendar for schools requires a multifaceted approach

that considers various factors to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff.

Collaboration stands as a cornerstone of this process, with the involvement of key stakeholders

such as administrators, teachers, staff, and local emergency responders. This collaborative effort

brings diverse perspectives to the table, ensuring that the emergency plan is thorough, practical,

and aligned with the school's vision and mission of providing a safe and supportive learning

environment.

In particular, the school's safety committee plays a pivotal role in developing and

reviewing the emergency plan. By bringing together individuals with different areas of expertise

and experiences, the committee can address potential blind spots and tailor the plan to meet the

specific needs of the school community. For instance, in Washington State, where monthly drills

are mandated, the committee ensures compliance with state and local requirements while also

considering the school's unique circumstances.

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Moral and legal considerations also weigh heavily in developing the safety calendar.

While it is crucial to implement thorough safety measures, it is equally important to balance this

with the ethical responsibility to minimize disruption to the educational environment. Moreover,

adherence to legal requirements such as fire safety regulations and emergency response protocols

is non-negotiable, as it directly impacts the safety and well-being of everyone on campus.

The safety calendar embodies a proactive approach to emergency preparedness by

incorporating regular drills, teacher training sessions, and debriefing sessions after each drill.

This proactive stance ensures that staff and students are well-prepared to respond effectively to

emergencies and fosters a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration within the school

community. The school can continuously enhance its preparedness and resilience in the face of

potential threats by regularly reviewing and refining emergency procedures based on feedback

and lessons learned from drills.

In essence, developing a safety calendar requires careful consideration of collaboration,

moral and legal obligations, and proactive measures to ensure the safety and security of everyone

within the school community. Through a concerted effort that involves all stakeholders, schools

can create an environment where safety is prioritized and individuals are empowered to respond

effectively to emergencies.