THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – Friday, February 8, 2019 Page 7 School officials updated on security protocol order, Shaw said, classroom instruction still continues. “We don’t stop teaching, we continue to teach,” he said. In contrast, he said a lockdown is much more serious as an intruder could be inside the school at that point. “At that time, you’re locking the doors to your classrooms,” he said. Shaw also called attention to having strength in numbers if students and teachers are confronted by the intruder. “As a group, we would swarm that person and run past them,” he said. He also said it is paramount for teachers and administrators to keep their students calm. “That’s a huge part of this,” said Shaw. Ward Five School Committee Member Marcony Almeida-Barros suggested reviewing the district’s security procedures with parents during parent/teacher conferences. Ward Three School Committee Member Frank Parker asked if counseling services are available to students following a lockdown or a shelter in place order. “These events are stressful, they leave a lot of anxiety,” he said. In response, Shaw assured the committee that Guidance Director Kathleen McCormack and her colleagues are ready to respond to students should the need arise. Kevin Shaw Asst. Supt. of School By Christopher Roberson Less than two months ago, three Everett schools went into lockdown as police searched for Emilio Matarazzo, who was ultimately arrested and charged with the murder of his estranged wife, Ersilia Cataldo Matarazzo. Therefore, Assistant Superintendent of Schools Kevin Shaw felt it was prudent to provide the School Committee with an overview of the district’s security procedures. During the School Committee’s Feb. 4 meeting, Shaw said that in the event of an emergency, administrators will not contact parents until the situation has been resolved, as it would only create “more chaos.” “The phone call home is not the most effective way,” said Shaw. However, School Committee At-Large Member Mille Cardello said the administration would need to say something to alleviate panic among parents. Shaw said the district currently uses Facebook, Twitter and ClassDojo as auxiliary means of communication. However, he said there is still work to be done on that front. “Communication is something we need to improve upon,” said Shaw. Shaw said that in July the administration meets with Police Chief Steven Mazzie and his officers to discuss school security. “We go through every type of scenario that exists,” he said, adding that thus far, 400 staff members have been trained in Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter and Evacuate (ALICE) protocols. Shaw also described how emergency responses have changed over the years, adding that code words used to be used over the intercom to communicate a threat. “The training now is to be as explicit as possible,” said Shaw. In addition, Shaw highlighted the difference between a shelter in place order and a school being put into lockdown. Although no one is allowed to enter or exit a building during a shelter in place 1801 Tequila or Goldschlager 750 ml. 2399 405 Broadway Everett, MA Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur 750 ml. Bacardi Rum Select Varieties, 1.75 Liter 2099 PRICES EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY 8 THRU FEBRUARY 14, 2019 Kahlua Liqueur or Absolut Vodka Blue, 750 ml. 1999 Jameson Irish Whiskey or Jim Beam Whiskey Black, 750 ml. 2599 EVERETT STORE ONLY Ph: (617) 387-0005 Store Hrs: Mon.-Sat. 8:00am-10:00pm Sunday Liquor Hours: 10:00am-6:00pm G R E A T Korbel Sparkling Wine or Ruffi no Prosecco 750 ml. 1099 D E A L ! Valentine’s Specials WINE & CHAMPAGNES Cupcake Wine Select Varieties, 750 ml. Yellowtail Wine Select Varieties, 1.5 Liter 1099 Da Vinci Wine Select Varieties, 750 ml. Bella Sera Wine Select Varieties, 1.5 Liter 999 Riunite Wine Select Varieties, 1.5 Liter 899 HOT BUY! Liberty Creek Wine Select Varieties, 500 ml. Arbor Mist Wine Folonari or Select Varieties, 750 ml. 399 Barefoot Wine Select Varieties, 1.5 Liter 999 BEER Select Varieties, 750 ml. 1099 Mark West Pinot Noir 90+ Wine Liberty Creek Wine Select Varieties, 1.5 Liter 599 24 Pack 12 oz. Bottles & Cans 2699 Heineken or Corona Beer 18 Pack 12 oz. Bottles or Cans 1899 Budweiser Beer Seagram's Escapes 12 Pack 11.2 oz. Bottles Bud Light Ritas Select Varieties, 12 Pack 8 oz. Cans 1299 SPIRITS 12 Pack 11.2 oz. Bottles or Cans Lagunitas Beer IPA, 12 Pack 12 oz. Bottles 1399 Stella Artois Beer
8 Publizr Home