Practice security procedures for an early childhood environment.

Practice may include

  • local and state regulations regarding security procedures
  • evacuation plan
  • emergency plan (e.g., fire, tornado, earthquake, intruder)
  • playground safety
  • secure drop-off and pick-up procedures
  • communication procedures with families, staff, and emergency personnel
  • cybersecurity measures to protect student information.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

  • Who should have access to children in the child care setting?

Communication

  • How will security procedures be communicated to staff, students, and families?
  • What sign-in or sign-out procedures must be followed in the child care setting?

Leadership

  • What information should collected related to releasing students to adults?
  • What is the procedure for notifying staff and families if their personal information has been hacked?

Management

  • How will data regarding security procedures be reported or managed?
  • What steps can a school take to ensure the safety of personal information?