Standard Response Protocol (SRP)

At Fayetteville Public Schools, we prioritize two key objectives every day:

  1. Ensuring the safety and well-being of every student and staff member throughout the entire day, and

  2. Delivering a high-quality educational experience that prepares our students for success both now and in the future.

We believe these priorities go hand in hand to create an environment where everyone can thrive. Partnering with our community and families is also essential to achieving this success.

As part of our daily operations, Fayetteville Public Schools follows regular safety procedures—conducted daily, weekly, and monthly—to ensure that everyone knows what to do in case of an emergency. Many of these practices, like fire and tornado drills, are ones we’ve all participated in since our own school days.

We also work closely with local and county officials, as well as emergency personnel, to ensure we are doing everything possible to keep our students and staff safe each day. One key procedure used by school districts nationwide is the Standard Response Protocol (SRP). This system, which was implemented several years ago, helps schools and emergency responders use a unified approach when conducting drills and responding to emergencies.

The Standard Response Protocols that are in place include...

Standard Response Protocal (SRP)

With these five simple procedures, students, staff, and emergency personnel can effectively use the Standard Response Protocol to ensure everyone knows what to do, where to go, and how to respond when instructions are given or an emergency arises. We regularly practice these drills to ensure they can be executed quickly and efficiently when needed.

Additionally, we believe it’s important to share this information with the broader community and families within Fayetteville Public Schools. We want everyone, including those who may not be on our campuses daily, to know two key things:

  1. Our children are safe, cared for, and valued every day at Fayetteville Public Schools.

  2. Our schools, students, and staff are well-trained and prepared to protect our children in the event of an emergency.

SRP actions

The SRP refers to five specific actions in the event of an emergency or crisis. Hold, secure, lockdown, evacuate or shelter are the actions students and employees are trained to perform during an emergency. A brief synopsis of each action is below.

Hold

Hold

Hold occurs when the hallways need to be kept clear, even during class changes. Students will remain in their classrooms and do business as usual. Teachers will recover students and staff from hallways, close and lock the classroom door, and account for students and other adults. Everyone will remain in the room until the "all clear" is announced.

Secure

Secure

Secure occurs when a threat or hazard is outside of the school building. Students will remain or return inside the building. Staff will help recover and account for students and colleagues outside the building. Adults will then lock outside doors, increase their situational awareness and do business as usual.

Lockdown

Lockdown

Lockdown occurs when a threat or hazard is inside the building. Students will stay quiet and out of sight. Adults will recover students from the hallway if possible. Staff will lock the classroom door, turn off lights, maintain silence and obscured visibility, and prepare to evade or defend. Only first responders may open closed doors.  

Evacuate

Evacuate

Evacuation occurs when students and staff must move to another location. Students will leave all but cell phones behind if required, follow instructions, and be prepared for changes. Staff will lead students to the evacuation location. Adults will account for students and staff and notify if anyone is missing, extra, or injured.

Shelter

Shelter

Shelter occurs when the need for personal protection is necessary, such as during a tornado or biohazard situation. Students and staff will employ appropriate safety strategies. Adults will account for students and staff and notify if anyone is missing, extra, or injured.