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Preparation & Security

Welcome to the New MCSS Website!

MCSS is excited to provide you with a new viewing experience. You will be able to access all of the old content in addition to new and expanded items. Any webpage concerns can be directed to [email protected]

Emergency Preparedness

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Training and emergency exercises are fundamental components of a comprehensive school safety preparedness program and should incorporate many activities. These activities should blend direct instruction (training and walkthroughs) and experiential learning (drills and exercises) methods. This blended approach helps develop the knowledge and skills necessary for a school’s response to all hazards. Adults and students review and practice emergency procedures often enough to make sure everyone is able to respond effectively when an emergency event occurs.

Safety & Security

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The layer of safety and security includes conducting physical safety assessments to identify current security needs, deploying security personnel to build connections and monitor activity, and installing technologies to harden the physical environment.