Recognizing Danger
This is a loud sound you might hear if someone is using a firearm.
Gunshot
The safest place to go if you hear gunshots outside.
Inside a locked room
The number you call for emergency assistance.
911
These drills help you know what to do in an emergency.
Safety drills
An event where you can learn about safety in your community.
Safety fair
This describes when someone is making threats or showing a weapon.
Threatening behavior
The action you should take if you cannot run away from a threat.
Hide or lockdown
Someone at school you can report a threat to.
Teacher, principal, any staff member
This item can be used to barricade a door during a lockdown.
Chair or desk
A group of people who work to keep your school safe.
School safety team
The first thing you should do if you see someone with a firearm.
Find a safe place and tell an adult.
Stay together and follow instruction.
A trusted adult outside of school you can talk to about safety concerns.
Parent or guardian
The best way to practice staying safe in emergencies.
Participating in drills and discussing plans.
This is something you can do to help keep your school safe.
Report suspicious behavior
This term means to be aware of your surroundings and notice unusual activities.
Situational awareness
What should you avoid doing if you see someone with a firearm.
Approach them or make sudden movement.
A way to let your friends know they should stay away from danger.
Sending a text or making a call
A place you should go during a fire drill.
Designated meeting area.
A place in your community where you can find safety resources.
Local police station
A term for a person who might bring a weapon to school
Potential threat
A plan you should have with your family for safety.
Family emergency plan.
This is what you should do if you can safely make a call during a threat.
Provide clear information and stay calm.
This is something you should keep in your backpack for emergencies.
Small emergency kit
A community effort to watch over each other and report dangers.
Neighborhood watch