UPDATE:  May 20, 2018

Message from the Superintendent –

Parents,

As we return for our last days of school, I want to share with you that we will have increased security around the district throughout the remainder of the school year.  You may receive communication from your campus about additional safety requests such as no backpacks, enforcement of IDs or limited visitors during these last few days. Please know that we will have officers placed strategically in the district around the clock in the coming days.   So please remind your students that this is not a time for senior pranks or activity that would lead to criminal charges.

I request that you monitor your child’s social media and text communication and alert us of anything you feel is not right.  We will take all threats toward school safety seriously regardless of intent. We appreciate your partnership in keeping our schools safe.

I know we are all struggling with what happened in Santa Fe and talking with children about the school shooting can be difficult.  We will continue to have counselors available to assist students in dealing with emotions related to this tragedy. This resource from the National Association of School Psychologist is also excellent in assisting you at home.

https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources/school-safety-and-crisis/talking-to-children-about-violence-tips-for-parents-and-teachers

Our administration, police department and staff have repeatedly reviewed safety procedures this year and we have provided continuous training in A.L.I.C.E. to staff, parent and student groups.   If you would like more information please visit this website. We will continue to roll out additional training over the summer and at the start of next school year.

https://www.alicetraining.com/

Thank you for working with us in Pasadena ISD to remain vigilant to keep our children safe.  Open lines of communication are critical and I remind you again to report anything you may be concerned about to your child’s campus or use our “See Something, Say Something” link on our website.

Thank you,

DeeAnn Powell

Pasadena ISD sends our thoughts and prayers to the Santa Fe ISD community. Our condolences go to all the families impacted by this senseless tragedy. We have extended our support to the school district and community of Santa Fe. Pasadena ISD Police and staff will remain vigilant and will continue on heightened alert. Additional guidance counselors are available to students upon request. If you have concerns, please do not hesitate to contact your child’s campus or use our “See Something Say Something” link on our website.
 

Prayers for Santa Fe,
DeeAnn Powell