At Riverway Learning Community, the safety and wellbeing of our students, staff, and families is our highest priority. We are committed to creating a secure, supportive environment where learning can thrive. Our safety protocols are proactive, inclusive, and aligned with best practices in school safety.

• Locked entrances during school hours to ensure controlled access

• Security cameras throughout the facility to monitor activity and support incident response

• Visitor check-in procedures to verify identity and purpose before granting access

These measures help us maintain a safe and focused learning environment for all.

We follow the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) developed by the "I Love U Guys" Foundation. This nationally recognized framework provides clear, consistent actions for students and staff during emergencies, including:

• Hold - Stay in place, clear hallways

• Secure - Lock outside doors, stay inside

• Lockdown - Lock interior doors, lights out, out of sight

• Evacuate - Move to a designated location

• Shelter - Take protective actions for hazards

Staff and students receive regular training and participate in drills to ensure familiarity and confidence in these procedures.

In the event of an emergency that requires students to be released to families in a controlled manner, Riverway uses the Standard Reunification Method (SRM). This process ensures:

• Safe and orderly reunification of students with approved guardians

• Verification of identity and custody

• Clear communication throughout the process

We encourage families to keep emergency contact information up to date and to familiarize themselves with our reunification procedures.

Safety is more than physical security -- it's also about emotional wellbeing. Riverway fosters a culture of trust, inclusion, and care through:

• Strong student-staff relationships

• Proactive mental health supports

• Peer leadership and youth voice in school improvement

We believe that when students feel seen, heard, and supported, they are safer and more empowered to learn.