Parkland School Division’s first priority is the safety, security, and well being of our students and staff. While we hope our schools are never faced with an emergency situation, we are prepared to respond to an incident if one should occur.
We have taken steps to prepare our schools and school jurisdiction to deal effectively with emergency situations that may occur in or around a school during the school day. Our comprehensive Division Emergency Response Plan is complemented by individual plans tailored for each school. These plans are reviewed regularly.
In order for our Emergency Response Plan to be effective, we depend on the cooperation and assistance of many people, including the police and the fire departments, and parents.
Your cooperation is vital to helping us protect the safety and welfare of all children and school employees. Please observe the procedures explained below.
In The Event Of An Emergency:
Do not call the school or your child’s cell phone.
We understand and respect your concern, but it is essential that the phone systems be available for emergency communications. If you call the school you will tie up lines and systems required for communicating with emergency responders and may inhibit our ability to send or receive critical information.
By calling your child’s cell phone, you could potentially put them in harm's way, depending on the nature of the crisis. Please do not call; we will ensure that you get the information you need by contacting you.
Note: It is imperative that the information on your child’s Emergency Information Card is current.
Get quick and accurate emergency information.
There are many ways for you to quickly and accurately receive emergency announcements and status reports without having to call your child’s school.
- Visit school websites for updated notifications. The latest news will be posted on the front page, usually on a ticker at the top of the homepage.
- Follow the Division's social media channels on Twitter and Facebook.
- Call the Division Office (Centre for Education) at 780-963-4010.
- Tune into a local radio or television station.
Parents of those students involved will be contacted with information as it becomes available on our emergency communication system via automated voice messages and emails.
Emergency FAQs
What happens during a Lock-Down or Shelter-in-Place?
What if the school is evacuated?
How do I reunite with or pick up my child during or after an emergency?
For more information contact:
Division Office (Centre for Education)
Phone: 780-963-4010