At Plainfield schools, we are deeply saddened to learn of the tragic events which took place today at an elementary school in Texas. As we process this tragedy, and grieve with the families in Texas, I wanted to reach out this evening to ensure families that student safety is a priority for our schools in Plainfield.
In Plainfield, we are constantly reviewing and adapting our security needs to protect our students. In the past year, we have worked to enhance security protocols at our schools, and have made changes which improve our ability to monitor safety on our campuses. We also continue to work closely with the Plainfield Police Department and local law enforcement agencies on our procedures to ensure that our students can learn in a safe environment.
As a parent myself, I know that news and social media posts of the event may be difficult for your children. Please know that if your child is having any difficulty processing this tragedy and needs to speak to someone, they or you may reach out to our staff who can provide support.
Paul M. Brenton