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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]A hold is nothing OP. It is usually just teachers being told to not switch classes or let kids in the hall for a short time. At my school it’s only used if a kid is having an emotional response /outburst in the hall and they need to deescalate or if there’s some medical event like an allergic reaction or asthma attack and they need to keep the halls clear for EMS to get in and out. There’s no actual threat in these situations. [/quote]

I don’t know about this situation but over the years as a teacher I’ve seen them used for medical emergencies or even to break up a fight and they don’t want others in the hallway.  It’s different than a lockdown even though some use them interchangeably.  They can’t provide details since it could be private medical information or personal discipline, like in the fight situation.  [/quote]

They'll share information with parents as quickly as possible, but the very first thing I want the administration to do is make the phone calls or do what needs to be done onsite to keep the kids safe.  Don't stop to tweet at me, call the police or get the word out to teachers to hold or shelter in place or whatever is the appropriate action.

Since the situation with the taser at Swanson last year, I do think this year's principal is trying to provide more information in her communications while still protecting any health, medical or legal information required by law.  A lot of parents engaged to make that happen and provide examples of ways their communications could provide more information and I'm generally more satisfied compared to last year.
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