School Safety

Board of Education presentations about school safety

  • Safety discussion, 10/28/2024 (presentation starts at 53:10 mark) – view video
  • Summer 2025 improvements, 11/11/2024 (presentation starts at 44:52 mark) – view video
  • Safety update, 12/16/2024 (presentation starts at 52:30) – view video
  • Canine detection, 1/27/2025 (presentation starts at 1:17:01) – view video
  • Safety update, 4/28/2025 (presentation starts at 1:35:04) – view video


Canine Detection Teams

Picture of Canine Detection Team dog Anakin (Labrador Retriever) and Rizz (German Shorthaired Pointer)

Anakin and Rizz

  • Canine Detection FAQ
  • Letter to community from Superintendent Dr. David Larson (May 2025)
  • Signage will be present at each building identifying the presence of the Canine Detection Teams
    • Signage example:
      Safety in Glenbard Schools
      Working Dog on Premises
      A certified handler and a specially trained dog work in our school environments to support the goal of safety for all. The dog helps detect and identify potentially dangerous items or materials that may be at school.
  • For questions or suggestions about the canine detection program, please email [email protected].
    Please note: This email address is for non-emergency use only. For emergencies, contact the appropriate emergency services immediately.

 

Superintendent Larson message on school safety (Nov. 2024)