MPS has crisis response plan

A tragedy like the one at Virginia Tech Monday, April 16, is at the forefront of everyone's mind. While no one can prevent all tragedies from happening, some preplanning hopefully can help deter or minimize the potential harm. Marshall Public Schools not only adheres to its crisis response guide, which covers everything from weather emergencies to shooters, the staff offers anti bullying education, more commonly known within the district as character education. Coupled with its plan, the district feels confident that they're doing everything they can to keep kids safe. But what about the broken security cameras at the high school? Police say the cameras have not worked for years and it's a concern to local law enforcement. What about the unlocked doors on the first level of the high school, out of sight from the office, and the unchecked freedom people have to enter and wander the buildings? Hughes Elementary school seems to do the best job of watching who comes and goes and expecting an explanation for who you are and what you're doing. See the April 23 Chronicle for more on what the district is doing and plans to do about improving safety and security for students.