Safety and Security Department

Safety and Security Department

East St. Louis School District 189 believes that safe schools are the result of a coordinated, collaborative effort between all stakeholders.  This includes staff, local law enforcement, emergency first responders, community members, parents and students.  We proactively work together with stakeholders to create a safe and secure learning environment for our students and staff.

*Policy and Procedures

*Emergency response plans

*Access to school buildings is secured via equipment and technology

*Visitor management system

*Professional development and updates for personnel.

Several school security improvements were recommended and implemented during the school year, including:

*Locking all entry doors during the school day

*Relocating School Security Officer’s desk and visitor management devices closer to the front entrances of all schools.

*Installing electronic entry systems with video surveillance cameras to provide a clear recording of the person entering and exiting the doors.

*Providing staff training active intruder protocol 4E’s concept from St. Clair County Sheriff's Department Certified 4Es Trainer.