CCS Staff - Safety Day Trainging

On November 25, Clarkston Community Schools (CCS) staff participated in a comprehensive professional development day dedicated to safety updates and life-saving training. The day’s focus emphasized the district’s commitment to maintaining a safe learning environment for students and staff.

The district's Safety and Security Director, Beth Clark, coordinated and led the event. With 26 years of experience, including her tenure as Assistant Deputy Director of the Field Support Bureau with the Michigan State Police, Clark brings extensive expertise in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, and Intelligence Operations. Additionally, her experience as Captain of the Forensic Science Division further enhances the valuable knowledge she contributes to the district.

"Ms. Clark has brought immense knowledge and experience to our team here at Clarkston Community Schools. With her guidance, we will continue making the necessary changes and implementations to keep our students and staff safe." 
Superintendent Dr. Shawn Ryan.

The day was broken into several parts, starting with all staff gathering at the Clarkston High School Performing Art Center. There, Dr. Ryan and Ms. Clark kicked things off, setting the tone and expectations for the day. They were also introduced to the district's Safety Resource Officers (SRO) and heard from Deputy Adam Kammer of the Oakland County Sheriff's Office (OSCO). The final presentation of the morning, Stop the Bleed training, was led by Lorie Kaul, Administrator of Student Health Services, and Anita Barksdale, BSN, RN of the Michigan Trauma Coalition.

 

After all the presentations, staff members returned to their buildings for hands-on Stop the Bleed training with medical professionals and the Independence Township Fire Department. During this training, individuals practiced packing wounds and effectively using tourniquets. The final portion of collaborative training included tabletop exercises, scenario work, and the Q&A sessions facilitated at each building by the building SROs and several other deputies from the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office.

 

"It was a day of collaboration, learning, and growth. Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to this meaningful and informative training.I know these topics are challenging, but this training is essential to ensuring the safety of our students and staff. Preparation can make all the difference." ”
Superintendent Dr. Shawn Ryan 

 

About Clarkston Community Schools: Clarkston is a highly regarded school district with an enrollment of nearly 6,500 students. We have seven elementary schools (K-5), one middle school serving grades 6-7, one junior high for grades 8-9, and Clarkston High School, which serves students in grades 10-12. We also have a virtual academy, an Early Childhood Center serving children ages 3-5, and an alternative high school/community education facility. Clarkston Community Schools students are well-prepared for a future that excites them, and believe that they can achieve their dreams. The mission of Clarkston Community Schools is to create a learning environment where students, staff, and families are challenged, healthy, engaged, safe, and supported.