New Safety Measures For Warren County Schools

Warren County administrators and safety officers have been investigating ways to improve campus safety for students and teachers. Changes are being implemented after hearing from stakeholders including the Governing Board, teachers, and parents.

The first upgrade is already underway. The fence division of Maner Builders Supply arrived this week to begin installation of a fence around the playground of the elementary school. The fence had been requested by teachers to make it easier to keep an eye on students when they are at recess. The new fence will also add to safety by insuring that no child chases a ball out into the driveway and into possible oncoming traffic.

Additional fencing and possible new walls are planned for the breezeways connecting the auditorium and gymnasium to the main building. Plans are also being formulated for enclosing the walkway between the elementary wing and the cafeteria as well as enclosing the walkway between the high school wing and the middle school wing.

Plans are also being formulated to install a buzzer system at the front door of the building and to lock down all other doors during the school day as well. WCHS principal Trevor Roberson stated, "No one ever wants to think that a tragic event can happen here at our school, but we must take every measure to prevent it just in case."

Warren County Schools welcomes any input from the community regarding the safety of its students. Anyone with a suggestion or concern about the safety of Warren County students is encouraged to contact either school administrators or BOE staff.