At David Douglas School District, we always prioritize the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and visitors. Safety is important to us, and we are dedicated to creating a nurturing and welcoming environment for our students and staff. To ensure a uniform and clear response to any incident, our district follows the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) developed by the “I Love U Guys” Foundation.

What is the Standard Response Protocol?

The SRP is a proven, data-driven safety program used by over 30,000 schools and agencies worldwide. It provides a common language for students, staff, and first responders to use during an emergency. By using standardized vocabulary, we reduce confusion and ensure everyone knows exactly what to do in any situation.

The Five Actions of the SRP

When an incident occurs, one of the following five actions will be announced over the school intercom:

HOLD is followed by the Directive: “In Your Room or Area” and is the protocol used when hallways need to be kept clear of occupants (e.g., a medical emergency in the hall).

SECURE is followed by the directive: “Get inside. Lock Outside Doors,” and is the protocol used to safeguard people within the building (e.g., police activity in the neighborhood).

LOCKDOWN is followed by “Locks, Lights, Out of Sight,” and is the protocol used to secure individual rooms and keep occupants quiet and in place. (e.g., presence of an armed intruder)

EVACUATE: may be followed by a location and is used to move people from one location to a different location in or out of the building (e.g., a fire or gas leak).

SHELTER: Shelter and state the Hazard and Safety Strategy for group and self-protection (e.g., earthquake).

SRP K12 Poster

This poster was created to remind everyone of the different SRP actions, and allow teachers to start the conversation about SRP with their students.

SRP K12 Parent Handout

An introduction to the SRP that gives parents the basics in a single handout.

Resources for Families

• Talk with your student about the collective responsibility we all share in creating and maintaining a safe and respectful school environment.
• Encourage your student to promptly report any suspicious activity or concerns to a trusted adult, either directly to the school or anonymously to the SafeOregon tip line. You can call or text 844-472-3367 at any time. 

Remember: If You See or Know Something, Say Something. The safety of our schools and neighborhoods is a shared responsibility.