Emergency Dos & Dont's
Student safety is our number one priority. Our schools have safety plans in place to handle natural disasters, security issues, and other emergency situations, in coordination with local law enforcement and first responders. Help us keep your child safe by following these emergency DOs and DON’Ts.
Emergency Dos
- Bookmark our website
We will post the latest available information on our homepage. Check back frequently for updates and instructions on when and where you can pick up your child if parent pick-up is necessary. - Download our Mobile App
Our Mobile App gives you instant notification on your phone. Search for Yakima Public Schools in your App store to download. - Get Connected
Make sure we have your current phone number and email address so we can reach you quickly with an automated call, text, or email about an emergency situation. Update your contact information with your school office.
Emergency Dont's
- Don't rush to the school
Coming to school may put you or your child at great risk. Additional people on the scene distract first responders from their primary job – student safety. Instead, check our website, twitter feed, your email, or your phone for information and instructions. - Don’t call the school or district office
Resources are stretched thin during emergencies. Incoming calls take away from our ability to get updates to you through our website, email, and phone calls.