Keeping our students and staff safe at school is a top priority. School Safety and Emergency Management provides oversight to all district sites under the One Schoolhouse Approach. Our mission is to promote a culture of safety and preparedness and a learning environment in which all students can succeed while feeling happy, healthy, and safe. This work is overseen by the Director of School Safety and Emergency Management, Jonah Stinson.
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Safety Question & AnswerWhat is Bellingham Public Schools currently doing to keep students and staff safe? |
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Parent-student ReunificationParent-student reunification is a process where parents will be asked to pick up their children from school or another location in a formal, controlled release. Learn more about how this process works here. |
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Safety to and from SchoolMake each trip a safe one. Together we can keep our children safe as they travel to and from school. Learn about pick-up and drop-off procedure, busing, and parking lot safety. |
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School Emergency Response DrillsLearn more about lockdowns, lockouts, evacuations and shelter in place. |
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Harassment, Intimidation, and BullyingBellingham Public Schools is committed to a safe and civil educational environment for all students, employees, parents/legal guardians, volunteers and community members that is free from harassment, intimidation or bullying. |
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Safety Resources for FamiliesLearn more about ways to communicate with your family about grief, traumatic incidents, media, and societal issues surrounding safety. |
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Technology Resources for FamiliesDigital citizenship resources for safe and healthy use of technology in your family. |
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Information about E-cigarettes and VapingWe are partnering with our local public health organizations, police, district safety and wellness offices, prevention-intervention specialists, nurses, counselors and teachers to develop a consistent approach to vaping. |