Emgency Child Pick Up Authorization

Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s);

This letter is to assure you of our concern for the safety and welfare of children attending St. Joseph School. Our Emergency Plan provides for response to all types of emergencies. Depending on the circumstance of the emergency, we will use one of the following protective actions:

Immediate evacuation: Students are evacuated to a safe area on the grounds of the facility in the event of a fire, etc. In case of inclement weather, we may then proceed indoors to St. Joseph Church.

In-place sheltering: Sudden occurrences, weather or hazardous materials related, may dictate that taking cover inside the building is the best immediate

Evacuation: Total evacuation of the facility may become necessary if there is a danger in the area. In this case, children will be taken to a relocation facility. We currently have 2 available, they are:

Emergency Relocation Facility A at Weis Markets.
And Emergency Relocation Facility B Cole's Hardware.

If it ever becomes necessary to relocate, a sign will be posted on the door stating which facility we've gone to (A or B If you're not sure how to get there, please ask for directions before there is an emergency.

Modified Operation: May include cancellation/postponement or rescheduling of normal activities. These actions are normally taken in case of a winter storm or building problems (such as utility disruptions) that make it unsafe for children, but may be necessary in a variety of situations.

Any announcements related to the above emergency situations will be made through an alert on ParentSquare. We ask that you not call during the emergency. This will keep the main telephone line free to make emergency calls and relay information.

Please complete the following form designating persons to pick up your child in the event of emergency. This form will be used in the event of an emergency such as immediate evacuation, in-place sheltering, evacuation or modified operation, every time your child is released. Please ensure that only those persons you list on the form attempt to pick up your child.

I realize that emergency circumstances may require changes to your plans, but I urge you to not attempt to make different arrangements if at all possible. This will only create additional confusion and divert staff from their assigned emergency duties.

In order to assure the safety of your children and our staff, I ask your understanding and cooperation. Should you have additional questions regarding our emergency operating procedures, contact the office at 570-275-2435 or office@stjosephdanville.com.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Kimberly Winters

Principal

ATTACHMENT 10 - CHILD PICK-UP AUTHORIZATION

I authorize St. Joseph School to release my child(ren) to the person(s) designated. This is in consonance with the St. Joseph School Emergency Plan.

Student Name*

Designated Custodian Name(s)*

Relationship(s) to Student*

Your Signature*

Print Name*

Relationship*

Date*

Date

Address*

Cell Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.

Work/Other Phone

Please enter a valid phone number.

Home/Other Phone

Please enter a valid phone number.

NOTE: Parents and guardians should designate themselves as designated custodians. Friends, neighbors and other relatives may also be designated.