.	Parent Handbook: SCHOOL ACCESS, SECURITY, AND VISITATION INFORMATION
		School Safety
		Security System
		Visits by Parents
		Messages to Students
		Handicapped Accessibility

School Safety

Student safety is a high priority. District 96 is safety conscious and safety education is included in the curriculum. Various safety activities such as fire drills, disaster drills and bus evacuation drills are routinely scheduled. The school district has a comprehensive Crisis Plan which will be activated in the event of a tragedy or disaster.

Security System

Entrances to all schools and the district office in District 96 will be locked during school hours. Parents and other persons who wish to enter the school during school hours will need to go to the main entrance and "buzz" the office. A two-way, audio-video security system has been installed at each main entrance and is connected to the school office. Permission to enter the school will be given by school personnel.

All visitors are required to report to the school office immediately upon being admitted. The security system was installed as a precautionary measure to give school officials greater control over access to the building. In some cases, it may take a few moments for school personnel to respond to your "buzz." Your patience and cooperation will be appreciated.

Visits By Parents

Parents are encouraged to visit classes as observers. Appointments for such visits are a courtesy to the teacher and will result in less disruption of the educational program. If a parent wishes to visit the classroom, an appointment must be made through the Principal's office. Conferences will be held outside of school hours or during the teacher's conference and/or preparation period.

Persons living outside the District or who are not of school age are not permitted to visit classes without specific permission of the Principal, in advance.

All visitors are expected to check in at the school office before proceeding to their destination.

Messages To Students

Telephone or personal messages will be forwarded to students only in emergency situations. Contact the school office in cases of emergency.

Handicapped Accessibility

Each District 96 school provides accessibility for the handicapped public. The Hauser/Central building is considered one building by approval of the Cook County Regional Superintendent of Schools. As a result, Central School accessibility may be arranged at the Hauser Junior High School by contacting the Central School office by telephone.

Parent Handbook: Table of Contents -|- District Information -|- Admission and Attendance Information -|- School Access, Security, and Visitation Information -|- Pupil Personnel and Health Information -|- Parent Information -|- Instructional Program Information -|- Instructional Program Policy Information