MISSING PERSON

Staff Actions:

• Notify the principal with description of missing person and description of suspect if known
• Move other children (if present) away from area 

Principal / Designee:

• Call 911
• Notify District Support Team, central office
• Contact the family of the missing person to establish a communication plan
• Assemble the appropriate Emergency Response Team members to manage the crisis
• If the incident occurs during the school day, classroom routine should be maintained
• Conduct immediate search of school building and grounds
• Provide a picture and obtain a full description of the missing person (including clothing) to assist the police
• In cases of kidnapping/abduction, obtain a description of the suspect from witnesses
• When the person is found, contact the appropriate parties as needed
• Prepare an outline of the situation for staff; give factual information, as appropriate, to allow them to respond to students' questions
• Prepare an appropriate notice (preferably in writing) for parents/guardians
• If appropriate, arrange for counseling assistance for students
• Call emergency staff meeting if necessary
• Document actions and complete incident reports