LOCKDOWN

Lockdown occurs when there is a threat/hazard inside the building. Interior security features are used to protect staff & students. Individual classroom doors are secured, occupants remain silent/out of sight & lights are turned off. Barricading of doors or self-evacuation may occur.

Students

• Move away from windows or doors.
• Maintain silence.
• Silence mobile devices.

Teachers

• Secure classroom door.
• Turn off lights.
• Move away from doors or windows.
• Maintain silence.
• Silence mobile devices.
• Take attendance and note the time.
• Wait for first responders to open the door.

Parents

• Wait for updates from Grand Prairie ISD via normal communication channels.
• Please do not come to the school, as no-one is allowed in or out of the school during a Lockdown. 
• Ensure the school has current phone numbers and information regarding persons authorized to pick up your student.