MISSING PERSON
Staff Actions:
- Notify the principal with description of missing person and description of suspect if known
- Move other children (if present) away from area
Principal / Designee:
- Call 911
- Notify District Support Team, central office
- Contact the family of the missing person to establish a communication plan
- Assemble the appropriate Emergency Response Team members to manage the crisis
- If the incident occurs during the school day, classroom routine should be maintained
- Conduct immediate search of school building and grounds
- Provide a picture and obtain a full description of the missing person (including clothing) to assist the police
- In cases of kidnapping/abduction, obtain a description of the suspect from witnesses
- When the person is found, contact the appropriate parties as needed
- Prepare an outline of the situation for staff; give factual information, as appropriate, to allow them to respond to students' questions
- Prepare an appropriate notice (preferably in writing) for parents/guardians
- If appropriate, arrange for counseling assistance for students
- Call emergency staff meeting if necessary
- Document actions and complete incident reports