Welcome to the Mountain View High School Safety Site!

At Mountain View High School, the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and community members is our highest priority. Our comprehensive security program focuses on four key pillars: prevention, student assistance, preparedness, and emergency response. We believe that creating a safe learning environment is essential for fostering academic success and personal growth.

Commitment to Continuous Improvement
School safety is an ever-evolving field, and we are committed to staying at the forefront of best practices. Our safety team continuously reviews and updates security measures to ensure that we’re utilizing the latest proven technology, strategies, and training techniques. From controlled building access and surveillance systems to advanced emergency protocols, we leave no stone unturned in enhancing the security of our schools.

Proactive Prevention & Intervention
We work proactively to identify and address potential risks before they become serious threats. This includes fostering a culture of open communication where students feel safe reporting concerns and supporting those who may need help. Our students, staff, and community members play an active role in keeping our schools safe.

Preparedness through Training & Drills
Preparedness is key to any effective security program. We regularly conduct safety drills—including fire and tornado so that both staff and students are well-versed in our emergency protocols. These drills are supplemented by ongoing staff training, ensuring that every member of the Mountain View High School community knows exactly how to respond in an emergency.

Collaborative Emergency Response
Our safety program includes strong partnerships with local law enforcement, emergency services, and health professionals. In addition to our team of School Resource Officers (SROs), we work closely with emergency responders to ensure quick and coordinated responses to any situation that may arise. We also utilize the Standard Response Protocol (SRP), a nationwide emergency language system that ensures clear communication during emergencies.

Security Features & Technology
We continually invest in proven state-of-the-art security technology to enhance the safety of our campuses. This includes controlled access points, visitor management systems, and surveillance cameras, and communication systems that allow us to communicate quickly with students, staff, and parents in case of an incident. Please make sure your contact information is up-to-date at your child’s school campus.

Engaging Families and the Community
Safety is a shared responsibility, and we encourage families and the community to take an active role in supporting our efforts. We encourage parents to discuss school safety with their children and educate them about the importance of reporting suspicious activity.

Join Us in Keeping Our Schools Safe
At Mountain View High School, we know that school safety requires the collaboration and trust of students, staff, parents, and the wider community. Together, we can create a secure environment where every child can thrive. If you have any questions or concerns about our safety protocols, or if you would like more information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the high school office.

Standard Response Protocol (SRP)

At Mountain View 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, Mountain View High School 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...

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 Mountain View 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 Mountain View High School.

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

Standard Response Protocol 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.