School Security
Because in Yogyakarta we are always at risk of volcanic eruption, earthquakes or possible security problems parents need to be sure that we at the school are well prepared. Safety of our students is paramount and each staff member needs to be trained and ready for any eventuality regarding the welfare of your children.
To this end you will be noticing, or hearing about, changes to our operating procedures as the policies for our new school site become fine tuned. Your children may tell you about evacuation drills, and we also have telephone tree trials. Parents need to make sure if their contact details change they record them at the office.
Each classroom in the school has emergency bags containing masks, safety equipment and first aid equipment. We have evacuation plans in place if necessary, plus fire fighting equipment and quick contact telephone connections to emergency services.
Our security staff have been receiving training lately and their manuals are being updated. All school staff joined them for a two hour training session about security with the police.
The School Board has a Security Committee containing myself, Ibu Lona and Pak Rizal. You can send letters or notes to us through the Board’s mailbox near the office door.
I have written a new pamphlet, called “Security Guidelines for Parents” available at the front office if parents want a copy. If you have any questions about security at the school please contact me or a member of the committee directly.
Derek Pugh
Principal
18th November 2008
