People who are at risk of hurting themselves or others often show warning signs before an act of violence takes place. If you see something that doesn't seem quite right, parents and students are encouraged to report their concerns to school and/or law enforcement officials. Additional information on identifying warning signs may be found on our website: https://www.chufsd.org/, Anonymous Alerts, DHS Website and the APA Website.
Make sure your child's emergency contact information is up-to-date and accurate. If your child requires medication, please be sure it is supplied to the school nurse.
Parents SHOULD NOT respond to the school building during an emergency. Doing so can greatly interfere with the efforts of emergency responders to manage the incident.
Please do not call the schools. In a crisis situation, school phones are needed to manage the situation and lines must remain open. Please also refrain from calling or texting your child. Staff and students are discouraged from using cell phone communication for safety reasons.
Review with your child any alternative arrangements you have made in case an emergency prevents you from being home or picking up your child.
What to do after an emergency
- It is important to remain calm as children are greatly influenced by their family's sense of well-being.
- Provide reassurance that your child is safe.
- Families need to be compassionate listeners when their children speak of the crisis. Listen to and acknowledge your child’s concerns.
- Please seek help from the school, District, or other mental health professionals if you/your child have any concerns.
