Districts and first responders collaborate, introducing enhanced safety measures and tech to protect students.
Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 collaborated with nearby districts and first responders on Tuesday, September 24 in their 17th annual First Responders Meeting, highlighting school and community safety efforts.
Joined by School Districts 122, 125, 218, 229, and parochial school leadership, District 123 hosted the event in its new District Office Training Center. This collaborative meeting is part of an ongoing commitment to community engagement and safety.
"These meetings play a critical role in community engagement and emphasize collaboration around safety best practices," said Paul Enderle, Superintendent of District 123.
State legislation requires Illinois public school districts to host these yearly meetings, strengthening community safety initiatives and fostering relationships between schools and safety agencies.
This year, the districts highlighted their latest safety protocols and measures such as lockdown training and reunification plans. First responders also shared insights on their rescue task force and dispatcher training.
The annual meeting underscores Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123's and the surrounding community's unwavering commitment to ensuring its students' and residents' safety and well-being.