Bateman Lockdown Drill Follow Up

10/16/2019

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Lockdown Drill

October 16, 2019

Dear Bateman Families,

This morning, our school implemented a formal practice drill of lockdown procedures with the assistance of our local police officers, as recommended by Chicago Public Schools. While no environment is absolutely risk free, we take the safety of our students seriously at Bateman Elementary School and practice emergency procedures at least twice per year.

We are proud of the staff for their positive attitudes and calm approach to situations in keeping children safe, and of our students who followed the drill procedures as instructed. Sometimes, lockdown situations can frighten students; however, we do everything possible to keep all children calm. All teachers discussed the purpose and procedures for the drill in a developmentally appropriate conversation. Please continue to discuss the drill with your child and let us know if follow-up is needed at school.

Again, here are a few reminders to assist you when speaking to your child about the importance and purpose of lockdown drills:

Approach the topic of safety with a calm and even tone.
Be open to your child’s questions.
Try not to meet their questions with resistance or negativity. Be open to whatever is going on in their minds. The more knowledge and understanding of the situation they have, the more comfortable they may become with more practice.
Use comparisons - sometimes it is easier for children to understand the importance of the drill when they have something to compare it to. You can even compare practicing drills to wearing a helmet or seat belt. You do these things to be safe, just in case there’s an accident or your child falls off their bike. These things may never happen, but if they do, you’re protected.
Remind your child to listen to their teacher - be a superhero listener!

We feel that open and clear communication is important to enhance our safety efforts and wanted you to know about today’s lockdown drill. We appreciate your support as we are always seeking to create a safe environment at Bateman. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Ms. Davos and Ms. Kloepper

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