Vernon Public Schools climate and safety staff are responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for student, staff and visitors utilizing an all hazards approach and fostering positive interactions with students, staff and visitors to support the academic process.

The Vernon Public Schools Climate and Safety staff works closely with our local first responders, School Resource Officer, regional, state and federal agencies, Vernon Public Schools Facilities Department, Town of Vernon Department of Public Works, Town of Vernon Information Technology Department, as well as our district, and building level administration to develop and implement best practice emergency response procedures, conduct safety and security training for school staff, coordinate emergency response procedures with local police, fire and emergency medical services, and the selection, installation, and maintenance of intrusion detection, access control and closed circuit television systems.

Vernon Public Schools Climate and Safety staff receive comprehensive training in responding to and handling emergency situation and are all trained in First Aid, CPR, AED and Stop the Bleed.