Be Ready to Get Ahold of Others
In addition to posting emergency numbers next to your phone, also identify numbers for…
- how to dial out of your phone system
- how to reach the custodian
- how to reach the principal, dean or colleague in an adjoining room
Be Prepared for Jobs Big and Small
To your basic first aid kit, you might consider adding…
- a box with safety pins
- a flashlight
- a sewing kit
- a lighter
- a pad of paper
- a red and black Sharpie
- a multi-tool
- hand sanitizer
- zip ties
- two trash bags
- hand warmers
- rubber bands
- clothespins
Have Things on Hand for a Personal Crisis
Prep a second box with personal items you might need including…
- Tums
- pain-relievers
- Pepto Bismal
- feminine products
- stain stick
- tissues
- a microwaveable meal
- greeting cards and a few gift cards (in case you forget an event or birthday)
- a comb
- wet wipes
- mints
- a toothbrush and toothpaste
- a change of clothes
Keep Info Easily Accessible
Consider a bright red binder that includes…
- class lists
- your school’s emergency plan
- your personal schedule
- a master schedule
- a contact list for your school and your district
How do you make your classroom ready for a crisis?
Would you add anything to these lists?
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