Health & Safety Home

Protecting our students. Supporting our families. Strengthening our community.

At Eastern York School District, the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and visitors is our highest priority. We are committed to fostering safe, supportive, and welcoming school environments where every student can learn, grow, and thrive.

School safety is a shared responsibility. Through prevention, preparedness, student support, and strong partnerships with families and our community, we work together to promote the physical, social, and emotional well-being of every student.

Explore the resources below to learn about school safety procedures, report concerns, access student health and wellness services, and find information to help keep your family safe.

The fastest way to get information in an emergency situation is use the ParentSquare App or your email for updates from the district or your school. Keep an eye on Eastern York School District website for alerts, and social media pages for additional updates. 

The ParentSquare communication system uses what families enter into the Skyward Online Registration system for contact information. Families must ensure this information is always updated.

Immediate Emergency: If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.

School Safety Concern: Report concerning behavior, threats, or information that could affect the safety of a student or school. You can contact school administration or submit an anonymous tip through Pennsylvania's Safe2Say Something program.

Mental Health Crisis: Call or text 988 for free, confidential behavioral health crisis support, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Report to Safe2SaySomething

988 Crisis Support

Eastern York School District takes a comprehensive approach to school safety that emphasizes prevention, preparation, communication, and response. Students and staff learn and practice established procedures designed to help them respond appropriately during an emergency.

Learn more about school safety procedures, emergency preparedness, and ways families can support a safe learning environment.

Explore these resources:

• Standard Response Protocol (SRP): Learn about HOLD, SECURE, LOCKDOWN, EVACUATE, and SHELTER.

• Emergency Preparedness: Understand general school emergency procedures and how families can prepare.

• Emergency Communications: Learn how the district communicates important information to families and where to find official updates.

• Visitor and Building Safety: Review visitor check-in expectations and procedures for entering district buildings.

• School Safety Resources: Find family-friendly information about prevention, preparedness, and safety awareness.

School Safety and Emergency Preparedness

A student's ability to learn is closely connected to their physical health, emotional well-being, and sense of belonging. Eastern York School District is committed to supporting students and connecting families with appropriate school and community resources.

Explore information related to student health services, mental health support, and student well-being.

Explore these resources:

• School Health Services: Information about school nurses, health requirements, medications, illness, and health forms.

• Mental Health & Counseling: Learn how to access school counseling and student support services.

• Social and Emotional Well-Being: Find resources to support students experiencing stress, anxiety, peer difficulties, or other challenges.

• Crisis Support: Find immediate resources for individuals experiencing a mental health or behavioral health crisis.

• Family and Community Supports: Explore additional resources for students and families.

Student Health and Wellness

Every student deserves to feel safe, respected, and supported at school and online. Students, families, and staff share a responsibility to report concerns and promote positive, respectful interactions.

Bullying, harassment, cyberbullying, online threats, and harmful digital behavior can affect a student's safety and well-being. Families can help by maintaining open conversations with children, setting expectations for responsible technology use, and seeking help when concerns arise.

Explore these resources:

• Bullying Prevention and Reporting: Learn how to recognize bullying and communicate concerns to the school.

• Cyberbullying and Online Safety: Explore strategies for handling harmful online interactions and protecting personal information.

• Responsible Digital Citizenship: Help students make safe, respectful, and responsible choices online.

• Student Support: Find information about school-based resources and how to seek assistance.

Bullying and Digital Safety

Small actions and consistent routines help contribute to safer school environments. Families can support school safety by reinforcing expectations and staying informed about district procedures.

We encourage families to:

• Keep emergency contact information current with the district.

• Follow school arrival, dismissal, transportation, and visitor procedures.

• Review age-appropriate safety expectations with their children.

• Encourage students to tell a trusted adult when something feels unsafe or concerning.

• Follow official district communications and instructions during an emergency.

• Report safety concerns promptly rather than assuming someone else has already reported them.

At Eastern York School District, we believe safe schools ae built through preparation, communication, supportive relationships, and collaboration.

We encourage every member of our school community to stay informed, speak up when concerns arise, and partner with us to protect and support our students.

Together, we strive to make Eastern York a safe place to learn, work, and belong.

Questions? Please contact your child's school or the appropriate district office for assistance.

School Safety and Security Coordinator – Cory Ilgenfritz