School Safety Plan

The School Safety Plan is updated and reviewed by both the certificated and classified staff on a yearly basis.  

At every staff meeting, the staff addresses safety concerns.  There is also a  safety needs log so employees can indicated safety concerns in a timely manner.
Our earthquake bin contains necessities such as blankets, flashlights, water, and food items. An inventory of the bin is completed yearly.  In our earthquake bin, every classroom has a supply of earthquake kits for their students.

Orange Grove School is committed to the safety and security of each student. To maintain these conditions which contribute to the best possible learning environment, the School Safety Plan includes the following elements:

1. School Crime Assessment: Orange Grove School provides compiled school crime information each month for the California Safe School Assessment as mandated by the State of California. This information is analyzed at each school site to determine what steps may be taken to reduce incidents of crime.

2. Child Abuse Reporting: Teachers and other school employees are required by law to report any cases of suspected child abuse or child neglect. Reports are investigated by the Department of Social Services to determine if any follow-up on the report is necessary.

3. Disaster Procedures: In order to ensure the safety of students and school personnel, the school safety committee has created a comprehensive Disaster Preparedness Plan. Emergency drills are held once a month and evaluated for effectiveness.

4. Procedures to Notify Teachers of Dangerous Pupils: If a student is deemed dangerous because of behavior at school or behavior outside of school which has been dealt with by county juvenile authorities, the teacher(s) of the student will be promptly notified of the status of the student.

5. Sexual Harassment Policy: Orange Grove School strictly adheres to district policies which prohibit sexual harassment or discrimination of any kind. The sexual harassment policy is distributed to each student at the beginning of the school year, and employees are advised of their duty to take prompt action if they become aware of any incidents of sexual harassment.

6. Schoolwide Dress Code: Orange Grove School believes that a clearly defined dress code contributes to a positive school environment. Students at Orange Grove School participate in common dress. The primary standards for student dress and grooming include that the student should be neat and clean at school, and the student should not wear clothing that compromises safety, modesty, or disrupts school activities.

7. Safe and Orderly Environment: Orange Grove School believes a safe and orderly environment is necessary to ensure a positive learning experience for all students. Regular supervision of students is the core of creating and maintaining a safe and orderly environment. Teachers, administrators, and campus supervisors consistently supervise and interact with students to reinforce good behavior and safety standards.