We know emergencies can be stressful. Please know that we are prepared to take care of your child and are dedicated to keeping everyone in our school community safe. Here are a few things we would like you to know in the event of an emergency during your child’s school day:
Communication
In the event of an emergency, this webpage will become information central and will be updated regularly with page pops on the main home screen.
During an active scene and investigation, all communication is made in conjunction with the Stow and/or Munroe Falls Police. Information is communicated as it is available.
Please be aware that the District's communication during an emergency is guided by federal privacy laws under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) as well as law enforcement guidance. This means that while we strive to provide timely and accurate information, certain details about students and their involvement in the situation may be limited or withheld to protect their privacy. We are committed to sharing as much information as possible while adhering to these legal requirements.
We will continue to communicate with families and the community throughout the emergency event. While updates will be posted to social media and sent via email, text and robocall directly to families, the best source of information will be this web page, which will have the most up-to-date information we can share at any given time.
We will communicate with families Districtwide, no matter what building the emergency is impacting. Families may have children at multiple buildings, some of our buildings may be impacted due to proximity, and others may be impacted due to busing or dismissal delays. It is important for all families to know what is happening within the District.
- Families will be notified during an emergency situation. This includes lockdowns, natural disasters, evacuations, etc.
- Families may not be notified during a nonemergency situation or incidents that do not have a building-wide impact. This may include situations where no immediate threat is perceived to the general student and staff population. For example, this could include some medical emergencies or classroom disruptions. Family notifications in these situations are determined on a case-by-case basis for those students affected.
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