Crisis Plans & Drills
Crisis Response & Emergency Preparedness
The safety and well-being of our students, staff, and visitors are top priorities at Pullman Public Schools. Our district takes proactive steps to prepare for potential emergencies and maintain safe, secure learning environments across all schools.
Pullman Public Schools works closely with local law enforcement, fire departments, emergency management agencies, public health officials, and other community partners to develop and maintain comprehensive emergency response plans. These partnerships help ensure our district's procedures align with local, state, and federal emergency preparedness guidelines.
School Safety & Emergency Response Plans
Each school maintains a safety and emergency response plan designed to address a variety of potential situations, including fires, severe weather, security threats, and other critical incidents. These plans are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect current safety practices, emerging concerns, and the unique needs of each school.
Staff members receive training on emergency procedures, and schools conduct regular safety drills to help students and staff become familiar with appropriate responses.
Responding to Emergencies
The district's response to an emergency depends on the nature and circumstances of the incident. Depending on the situation, schools may implement safety procedures such as evacuation, secure, lockdown, shelter, or hold.
The primary goal of every emergency response is to protect the safety and well-being of students and staff. School personnel are trained to assess situations, implement appropriate safety measures, and coordinate with emergency responders when necessary.
Because every emergency is different, flexibility is an essential part of our preparedness efforts. District and school staff work closely with public safety officials to determine the safest course of action based on the circumstances.
Our Commitment to Safety
Pullman Public Schools is committed to continuously evaluating and strengthening our safety practices. Through ongoing training, emergency planning, safety drills, and collaboration with community partners, we strive to provide a safe and supportive environment where all students can learn and thrive.
Families with questions about their child's safety or their school's emergency preparedness procedures are encouraged to contact their school principal.
Safety Drills
As mandated by RCW 28A.320.125, schools shall conduct at least one safety-related drill per month, including summer months when school is in session with students. These drills must teach students three basic functional drill responses: Shelter-in-Place, Lockdown, and Evacuation. Suggested drill dates are provided to schools, based on the district's testing schedule and other possible conflicts.
