So...we had a fire drill today. Well, sort of. An elementary student apparently pulled the alarm (accidentally) at the elementary school attached to our middle school. It was raining out. This was a complete surprise. It was NOT warm out.
We had not secured the plans for our procedures for evacuation just yet. So...no one really knew what exactly to do or where to go.
But...
Staff and students came together in the moment and made sure everyone was safe and well organized within a few minutes. We all pulled together. About 75 staff and 600 students made it work in the moment. We waited for the Fire trucks and until the all clear was given...in the rain. And we did it together relying on one another and systems in place.
With such a caring and flexible thinking staff, this was a successful "drill."
I could not be more proud of our staff and students. Quick thinking and working together, it all came together.
I have to credit the awareness and calm thinking of all staff members. There was no standing and talking about what to do. We just did it. We were in the moment and made wonderful, safe choices.
Be Mindful.
Peace.
Mark Levine
#Mindfulliteracy
@LevineWrites
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