Bienville Parish School System
Commitment to Student Safety
Dear Stakeholders,
The safety, security, and overall well-being of every student in the Bienville Parish School System remains our highest priority. We are fully committed to maintaining a safe, supportive, and drug-free learning environment for all students and staff members.
As part of our comprehensive safety and prevention efforts, we consistently implement procedures outlined in our Crisis Management Plan. This includes regularly scheduled safety drills—such as fire, tornado, lockdown, and bomb threat exercises—to ensure our students and staff are prepared in the event of an emergency.
In partnership with local law enforcement, we will also conduct periodic, unannounced K-9 searches on our campuses as a proactive step in supporting a drug-free school environment.
To further enhance security across all campuses, we have taken several strategic measures to strengthen school perimeters, including:
Controlled, one-way access points at all main entrances
Perimeter fencing around school grounds
Bullet-resistant safety film on entryway glass
Clear signage designating all campuses as drug- and weapon-free zones
Open gate weapons detection systems at key access points
Additionally, all athletic events are governed by detailed Emergency Action Plans and adhere to our district’s Clear Bag Policy. All athletic staff are certified in the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), First Aid, and CPR to ensure prompt and effective response in the event of a medical emergency.
How You Can Help
We encourage you to use this opportunity to speak with your child about the importance of making safe, respectful, and responsible decisions. Please remind them of the importance of reporting concerns— “If you see something, say something.” Maintaining open lines of communication between home and school is essential to the safety and success of every student.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the Bienville Parish School Board at (318) 263-9416.
Sincerely,
Bienville Parish School Board