Red Wing Schools Lockdown Protocol

Safety is Red Wing Public Schools top priority, and this week they are reviewing the LOCKDOWN protocol.

A LOCKDOWN is called only when an active threat or hazard is inside or immediately approaching the building.

During a LOCKDOWN, classroom doors are locked, lights are turned off, and everyone moves out of sight away from doors and windows, and prepares for a potential ALICE announcement.

ALICE is an acronym for an options-based active shooter and violent intruder response protocol that stands for Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evacuate.

Silence is maintained until first responders or school administrators open the door.

In an active LOCKDOWN, the district’s primary focus is securing students and staff immediately. official emergency alerts (via text, phone, and email) will be broadcast to parents as soon as safe to do so.

They ask families not to call or text their child directly during a LOCKDOWN, as a ringing phone can endanger hiding students; official updates will come directly from the district or emergency response agencies.

If you have any questions regarding our safety protocols, please contact our Emergency Response coordinators:

Anne Robertson: akrobertson@rwps.org | 651-385-4552 or Kelsie Kuyath: klkuyath@rwps.org | 651-385-4511.