Regular School Board Meeting — po 8405 School Safety

AI Summary

The Collier County School Board adopted comprehensive School Safety Policy 8405 on November 12, 2024, establishing requirements for maintaining safe, drug-free schools across all District and charter schools. The policy mandates a District Emergency Plan, creation of a School Safety Specialist position with federal emergency training, annual school security risk assessments, youth mental health training for at least 80% of personnel, and compliance reporting to state authorities. The policy establishes threat management procedures and coordinates with law enforcement agencies to prevent school violence, weapons possession, and drug use.