Emergency Preparedness, or E-Prep, refers to the planning, resources, and training that help individuals and organizations—like schools—prevent, respond to, and recover from unexpected events, whether natural disasters or human-caused emergencies.

For schools, the benefits are significant:

• It helps keep schools operating during crises or enables them to reopen swiftly.
• It protects students and staff from physical and emotional harm.
• It ensures clear communication and orderly response when every second counts—for instance, during evacuations or reunification.
  Preparation supports both immediate safety and long-term mental health and learning outcomes.

E-Prep is relevant to our school community because it:

• Keeps kids safe and reassures parents and staff.
• Builds resilience so the school can continue supporting students—even during stressful or disruptive events.
• Empowers everyone—from administrators to volunteers—to act effectively if emergencies arise.