Reimagining School Safety
Years of research demonstrate the value and effectiveness of inclusive and comprehensive safety programs and policies, prevention and investment in data-driven practices, and the creation of welcoming and supportive schools and districts—whereas the same research demonstrates that more punitive policies fail to prevent violence and disproportionately impact students of color and students with disabilities. In this American Educator article, education professors Heather M. Reynolds and Ron Avi Astor make the case for restorative justice in schools and provide a roadmap for getting started.
Active Shooter Safety Tips
From Local 212's Health & Safety Committee
In the event of an Active Shooter our students, faculty and staff need to be safe while on campus. The suggested protocol is to be in a darkened room with shades drawn to ensure that the active shooter(s) passes by the empty room.
The College has done a nice job of securing many areas in our institution. However, the college no longer installs shades by default. There are several areas (e.g., Downtown Campus, Main Building, 6th floor Microbiology Labs and many Pathway offices) that have clear visibility through glass for an active shooter(s).
MATC Public Safety is available to do a walk through of the space with faculty and staff to make suggestions for shades or alternate procedures; however, the current process dictates that the cost of any safety materials such as shades must be approved and absorbed in the budget of the Pathway.
