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SUNFLOWER COUNTY CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Robert L. Merritt Junior High School
School Safety Plan 2015 – 2016
Martha Jackson, Principal
Tommy Molden, Assistant Principal
ROBERT MERRITT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
705 Kinlock Road
Indianola, MS 38751
The Indianola School District has a School Safety Plan that has been adopted and approved by
the School Board for the entire district. Robert Merritt Junior High School Safety Plan does not
replace nor overrule the District’s Safety Plan. Merritt’s plan is to only afford additional safety
to the student body, faculty, staff, and parents of the school.
VISION STATEMENT
Robert Merritt Middle School vision is to provide a safe, secure, and dynamic learning
environment where every student will have an opportunity to experience success each and every
day.
SCHOOL SAFETY PLAN COMMITTEE MEMBERS
The Robert L. Merritt Junior High School Safety Committee members will consist of the following
members:
Martha Jackson, Principal
Tommy Molden, Assistant Principal
Sandra Gray, Secretary
Sherby Hale, Counselor
Harvey Crosby, Physical Education Teacher
Derrick Farrow, Physical Education Teacher
Morris Bush, 9th Grade
Stacie Mackey , SPED Teacher
Leola Gilson Wright, Technology Teacher
Jessica James, Librarian
Willie Gilliam, Custodian
Sherkirta Stovall, Cafeteria Manager
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION FOR SCHOOL SAFETY COMMITTEE
MEMBERS
Name Cell Home
Martha Jackson
552-207-9329 662-931-3161
Tommy Molden
662-207-4813 228-627-1270
Sherby Hale
601-672-3895
662-887-4597
Sandra Gray
662-207-5223
Shelia Armstrong
662-207-0960
Chief Eugene Snipes
662-887-1313
Mrs. Melinda Tripplett
662-207-6518
662-246-0033
Harvey Crosby
662-457-2070
Officer Edrick Hall
662-207-1210
662-207-5526
Derrick Farrow
662-207-4875
Stacie Mackey
662-207-9425
Leola Gilson Wright
662-207-3883
Vanessa Keys
662-207-7933
Kenyon Butler
662-207-3604
Jessica James
662-303-7006
Linda Jones-Williams
662-303-7840
Rachel Brown
662-303-0491
Willie Gilliam
662-207-9773
Shakitre Stovall
662-207-8109
EMERGENCY CALLING TREE In the event the Indianola School District must close due to inclement weather or any other
emergency, the following procedures will be followed to inform school employees:
EMPLOYEE WILL CALL TELEPHONE NUMBER
Ms. Martha Jackson
662-207-9329
Mr. Tommy Molden
Ms. Sherby Hale
Mrs. Sandra Gray
Mrs. Sheila Armstrong
Mr. Willie Gilliam
Mrs. Linda Jones-Williams
Ms. Tonya Carter
Ms. Felicia McKinney
228-627-1270
662-887-4597 or 601-672-3895
662-207-5223
662-207-0960
662-303-0397 or 662-207-9773
662-303-7840
662-820-8191
662-303-8172
Mr. Tommy Molden
228-627-1270
Ms. Grenell Bounds
Ms. Sonja Jones
Ms. Vanessa Keys
803-629-3799
662-207-1287
662-887-5534 or 662-207-7933
EMPLOYEE WILL CALL TELEPHONE NUMBER
Mr. Derrick Farrow
662-616-5149
Ms. Nafatic Butler
Mr. Carl Lott
Mr. Harvey Crosby
Mrs. Leola Gilson – Wright
Mr. Kenyon Butler
Mrs. Patricia Williams
Mr. Morris Bush
662-616-1743
662-897-6021
662-719-5444
662-207-3883
662-207-3604
662-207-3911
662-207-5807
Ms. Sherby Hale
662-887-4597 or 601-672-3895
Mrs. Rachel Minor – Brown
Mrs. Jessica James
Mrs. Rosie Gatlin
Mr. Kiran Kumar Katta
662-537-1093
662-392-1248
662-207-4026
662-830-290-7338
EMERGENCY SUPPLIES AND LOCATION
Emergency supplies and first aid supplies are necessary when a disaster of any nature occurs.
Supplies are housed in a storage area in the main office. The following lists contain items that
may be useful during a crisis of varying types.
EMERGENCY SUPPLIES
Candles Matches Flashlights Batteries Cell phone- to be
used outside the
school area
Emergency
Radio
Blankets Bottled Water Paper Towels Wet Wipes
FIRST AID MATERIALS
Tylenol Tweezers Slings Assorted Band
Aids
Bandages
Gauze Instant Ice Packs Antibacterial
Salve
Sterile Water
( for burns)
Ace Bandages
Tape Package of Sewing
Needles
Disposable
Latex
Gloves
Scissors Steri-strips or
Butterfly Stitches
PREVENTION AND CURRICULUM
STUDENT, FACULTY, AND STAFF RECORDS:
Information on file is accurate, accessible on computer, current, updated at regular intervals, and
specified on the school calendar. Student/Faculty/Staff Records are complete with life-
threatening medical facts such as the following:
Allergies
Ongoing or chronic medical conditions
Medications
There is a current photo of each student in the school office.
Individual student transportation (to and from school either car riders or bus
numbers) is on the school computer and in the permanent record file.
Records clearly identify persons authorized to pick up the student in the absence
of parent/guardian. Copies of court orders relevant to the children are on file in
the school office.
Procedures require that records and identification be checked prior to release of
student to any person (e.g., check photo identification upon check-out).
If computerized records are unavailable, records are alphabetized by grade level
so that information can be located quickly.
Staff/faculty records meet the same qualifications noted for student records.
Back-up copies of student/staff records are kept at an alternate site off campus.
ALCOHOL, DRUG, AND VIOLENCE PROGRAMS:
Alcohol/drug/violence prevention programs are integrated into subject areas. A “zero tolerance”
policy is in place. Rules are enforced consistently. Opportunities are available for support
groups as needed for students/staff.
Visitor Access Control:
All exterior doors are monitored with a camera system.
Procedures for visitor identification are in place. All visitors enter the front doors to the
building beside the office area. Visitors are immediately recognized and they are given a
visitor’s badge to wear. Badges are clearly identifiable, commercially made, and cannot
be duplicated. Visitors are not allowed to proceed to classes unless they have received
prior approval from the office/principal.
To obtain a visitor’s badge you must leave your State issued identification or leave your
vehicle keys in the main office. They will be returned upon returning the visitor’s badge.
Procedures for school visitation are covered in the school handbook and in the teacher
handbook. Signs are posted on all doors indicating the procedure that visitors must
follow upon entering the building.
The visitor procedure is consistently and efficiently implemented. Parents, students,
faculty, and staff are notified immediately if change in procedure takes place.
Faculty and staff are alert to identified and non-identified visitors. Faculty and staff
follow a procedure in place for identifying strangers or unidentified visitors in the
building or on school ground.
If disruption is anticipated, visitors are escorted out and away from the building and the
local police department and /or school resource officer are notified.
COMMUNICATIONS:
The existing intercom system permits communication to all rooms inside the school
building.
Fire/severe weather alarm procedures are in place and cover all buildings and school
areas. Procedures and diagrams are posted in all locations of the school.
Alarms can be heard in all areas of the campus. A Weather Tone Alert radio linked to the
local Emergency Management Area is in the office and lunchroom. It has a built-in
battery backup and is capable of transmitting warnings to our school at all times.
There is a back-up procedure for alarms due to power failure. Electronic alarms use a
battery backup if power failure occurs. If the electronic alarms will not sound, there is a
manual system that can be used.
A private line other than the published school number(s) is available for emergencies and
known only to administrative personnel. A walkie-talkie used only by administrative
county personnel is also available and remains active at all times.
A sufficient number of computers, lap top computers, fax, and e-mail capabilities are
available to serve emergencies. Batteries are kept charged and on hand.
School personnel uses district automated messenger system to send parents advanced
notices when school is to dismiss earlier than normal.
Battery powered bullhorns are available to use inside and outside the building at any
time. Batteries are kept charged and are available at all times.
LOST AND RUNAWAY STUDENTS
If it is suspected that a child is lost or has run away from school, the following procedures will be
followed:
• The teacher should notify the administration immediately of the situation.
• Administration will determine if the student came to school for any part of the day by
checking with the bus driver, through attendance records, and by checking the sign out sheet.
• Office personnel will make an all-call on the intercom for the child while administration is
checking records.
• A designee will be assigned to check all areas of the school such as restrooms, gymnasium,
library, computer labs, etc.
• Security camera film will be used if teacher verifies that the student was on campus.
• An attempt to notify parents or guardians will be made if the child is not found on campus.
• Appropriate law enforcement will be notified of the situation.
• A follow-up conference will be conducted the following day with parents.
• Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken according to due process if necessary.
DISASTER RESPONSE PROCEDURES:
Reference Emergency Procedures District Safety Plan
The site disaster plan has been developed to provide for the safety of students, staff, building,
equipment, and supplies. It includes the organization of staff to meet an emergency, a system
of warning, instruction, and preparation of students, and appropriate drills.
In the event of a major disaster, Merritt Junior High School must provide for the safety and
accountability of students and staff. Each teacher should have a copy of the District Safety
Plan, a red and green laminated card, room identification clipboard used for classroom
identification and class roll, and a laminated copy of the Emergency Procedures posted in the
room.
(1) Fire Drill – In case of a fire or fire drill, the office will do an all call over the intercom.
Office personnel will say “evacuate to safety zone”. In the event of power outage an amplified
device such as a bullhorn will be used. This is your signal to evacuate all buildings on campus.
The fire evacuation signal is not an optional signal. All buildings must be evacuated as quickly
as possible. Make sure to place your Green Card on your door and bring your student roll with
you.
(2) Tornado Drill – If there is a tornado drill, the office will do an all call over the intercom
saying “bad weather”. If there is power outage an amplified device such as a bullhorn will be
used. Teachers are to take action according to the instructions posted in their room.
(3) Bomb Threat – In the event of a bomb threat, the administration will assume the
responsibility for initiating and directing a search and determining the need for evacuation. If an
evacuation is required, evacuation will be stated over the intercom. Teachers will be told the
location to evacuate to. This location will be the safest location away from the bomb threat. As
teachers leave their class they are to place the green card on the door and ensure they have their
class roll with them.
(4) Lockdown – In the event of a civil disturbance which may threaten the safety of students, the
following procedure will be followed: The office will announce “lockdown” over the intercom
system this will indicate the need to lock doors, close windows and blinds, and ensure that all
students stay away from windows. DO NOT OPEN DOOR FOR ANY REASON. If students
are outside their classrooms, staff will direct all students to the nearest room as soon as possible.
Staff members should remain inside the door to allow access to any student or staff left outside
as long as it is safe to do so. Once the door is closed, DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR FOR ANY
REASON UNTIL AN ALL CLEAR HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED OVER THE INTERCOM
OR YOUR ARE NOTIFIED BY POLICE OR ADMINISTRATION. If necessary, all
students or staff will be instructed to duck-and-cover under their desks. Make sure your
computer is on and email is running. The administration will attempt to communicate via
email. School Police Services will be notified either by radio or by calling 207-5526.
Announcement over the intercom saying “all clear” will indicate the "all clear". Teachers should
take attendance to assure that all students are accounted for.
(5) Rumor Control - It is of the utmost importance that we convey to all students that we, the
adults, are in control and will protect all students. Remind students that much of what they hear
will be a rumor. The administration will issue an informational bulletin to dispel rumors and to
communicate facts as needed.
EVACUATION LOCATIONS
In the need to evacuate from the school there will be a primary and secondary location to
evacuate. Carver Elementary School located at 404 Jefferson Street, Indianola, MS 38751 is the
primary location. The location is one mile away. Reason(s) to evacuate: chemical spills, bomb
threats, intruder, and other emergencies not listed for the safety of the kids and faculty.
Primary Evacuation Location
Directions to 404 Jefferson Street, Indianola, MS 38751
Directly behind Robert L. Merritt Junior High School
The secondary location for evacuation for students and staff at Robert L. Junior High School is
Gentry High School, which is located at 801 BB King Road in Indianola, MS.
Secondary Evacuation Location
Driving directions to Gentry High School
School’s Location:
Robert L. Merritt Junior High School
705 Kinlock Road
Indianola, Mississippi 38751
1. Head north on Kinlock Rd toward Hayes Dr 0.2 miles
2. Take the 1st right onto Cox St 0.3 miles
3. Turn right onto Garrard Ave 0.1 miles
4. Take the 1st left onto Jefferson St 0.5 miles
5. Turn left onto B. B. King Rd 351 feet
6. Turn right- Destination will be on right 279 feet