Disaster

Every school should have a plan to implement in the event of a disaster. Preparing this plan is a task in which every group inside the school should take part. Even students can help during a crisis by meeting a set of guidelines and helping to maintain order. In the event of a natural disaster or other threat, properly prepared students can play an integral role in creating a positive outcome for all involved.

Form Student Committees

Students can help with disaster preparedness by forming a committee to oversee such actions. Either by a volunteer process or by teacher selection, students can meet monthly and educate themselves on proper disaster management. The team should be given a list of crisis situations and the school's guidelines for taking action. Students can trade ideas on other ways to avoid incidents and maintain order.

Keep Other Students Informed

Students are often the best source of information for other students. The student disaster management team can put together information to pass on to other students and create posters to hang in the school hallways reminding students of rules and emergency exits. Have them perform skits or presentations to educate their classmates on proper behavior in case of an emergency. Students could create pamphlets and fliers that spell out proper emergency procedures and why they should be followed. Hold workshops to teach students ways to avoid crisis situations or how to diffuse a high-stress situation. Students could also set up information booths during lunchtime to answer questions about crisis management and provide further information about their program.

Conducting Drills

Finally, students can prepare for disasters by holding drills. Students should distribute information informing the school about drills and how to properly act or evacuate. During these drills, students can assist teachers by retrieving or delivering class lists, taking attendance and helping maintain order. Students can also...