Safety and Security Procedures
Visitors to Campus
All visitors to campus, regardless of length of time spent on campus, must sign in at the front office. If a visitor will remain on campus outside of the office area, a visitor’s pass to be worn at all times while on campus. Visitors must sign out before leaving campus. Visits must be for school purposes only.
Volunteers in Classrooms
Parents should not be in classrooms. At times a teacher may request parent volunteers for special projects. In these cases volunteers shall have prior permission from the principal, have proof of fingerprinting and have completed VIRTUS training.
Release of Students
For the safety of all students, no student will be allowed to leave the school during the day without being signed out by a parent/guardian or other authorized adult listed on the student’s Emergency Card. We recommend listing as many names as possible of people authorized to pick up your child.
Emergency Procedures
The following information is provided so that parents will become familiar with safety procedures:
Fire
In the event of a fire, students will be immediately evacuated to a safe area until fire officials declare school buildings safe for reentry. In the event of minor injuries, students will be treated by staff certified in first aid. In the event of more serious injuries, students will be transported by the fire department ambulance to the nearest facility for medical treatment. If you hear that there has been a fire at school, do not call the school! Phone lines must be left open for emergency calls, and it is not likely that staff will be available to answer phones. The school will send all families information via school messenger as it is available.
In accordance with fire regulations, students may not sit on the stairs or landings. No books, bags, or other items may be left or stored in the hallways, stairways, or landings during the school days. Drills are held monthly.
Earthquake
In the event of an earthquake, students will follow the drop, cover, and hold procedure and then exit the building after the teacher has determined it is safe to do so. Do not call the school. If telephone lines are functioning, they may be needed for emergency calls. The staff will be occupied and will not be available to handle phone calls. If local public schools decide to dismiss students, Incarnation will do the same. If phone lines are available, an automated phone message will be sent.
If students are dismissed, pickup locations will vary depending on damage, if any. Students will be checked out one at a time, and we ask for your patience as we ensure proper release of each child. A student will not be allowed to leave the school premises except to those persons identified on the student’s emergency release card. A photo ID will be required for release. It is the parents’ responsibility to ensure that the information on the emergency card is current and correct.
If there are any injuries, students will be taken to the nearest facility. Parents will be notified as soon as phone lines permit if their child is injured.
In the event of a major earthquake, children will be supervised until parents are able to reach the school grounds. Earthquake drills are conducted at least once per trimester.
Air Pollution Conditions
The school follows the directives of the Southern California Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) based on health advisories issued by that agency.
Animals on Campus
With the exception of service animals, Incarnation Parish School generally prohibits pets on the campus (exception: Blessing of the Animals) unless under certain circumstances you receive prior approval from the principal.
No Smoking
Incarnation Parish School is a non-smoking facility. By order of the County of Los Angeles and the City of Glendale Health Office, there is no smoking on the premises.
Glass
Drinks or other food in glass bottles or containers are not allowed on campus.
Skateboards/Rollerblades/Wheelies
Skateboards, rollerblades, scooters, or shoes with wheels may not be brought to school or used on the school grounds. Violations will result in the confiscations of such items and will be held for parent pick-up.
