Standard Response Protocol (SRP)

At Valley View ISD, the safety and security of our students, staff, and community is our highest priority. To ensure a clear and consistent response during emergencies, our district has adopted the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) developed by the I Love U Guys Foundation.

The SRP was created to provide simple, standardized language and actions that can be used across all campuses during any type of emergency. This consistency helps reduce confusion, improve response time, and ensure that everyone knows exactly what to do in a crisis situation.

Why SRP Matters

The Standard Response Protocol provides a shared understanding between students, staff, and families. Instead of different campuses using different terminology, everyone follows the same five directives. This creates:

• Clear communication during emergencies
• Faster, more effective responses
• Increased situational awareness
• Reduced anxiety during drills and real situations

All students and staff are trained at the beginning of each school year and participate in regular safety drills to reinforce these procedures.

The Five SRP Directives 

Valley View ISD uses five standard directives as part of the Standard Response Protocol (SRP): Hold, Secure, Lockdown, Evacuate, and Shelter.

Each directive includes a clear, consistent announcement and a specific set of actions designed to keep students and staff safe. These directives are used across all campuses so that everyone understands how to respond quickly and appropriately in any situation.

Below are examples of each directive, along with the language that may be announced and a general overview of the associated response actions.

 

 

 

“Hold” 
“Hold in your room or area. Clear the halls.”
Used to keep hallways clear during situations like medical emergencies or incidents in common areas.

 

“Secure”
“Secure! Get inside. Lock outside doors.”
Used when there is a potential threat outside the building. All exterior doors are locked, and activities continue inside.

 

“Lockdown”
“Lockdown! Locks, Lights, Out of Sight.” This directive is used when there is an immediate threat inside the building. The goal is to quickly secure all students, staff, and visitors and minimize risk. Situations may include an intruder or other serious safety threat within the school.

 

“Evacuate”

“Evacuate! (A location may be specified.)”
This directive is used to move students and staff from one location to another in a safe and orderly manner. The goal is to quickly move everyone away from a potential hazard. Situations may include a fire, a chemical spill, or other conditions that require the building to be cleared.

 

“Shelter”

“Shelter! (Hazard and safety strategy will be provided.)”
This directive is used when conditions outside or within the area require students and staff to remain inside the building for safety. Instructions will include the specific hazard and the appropriate safety actions.

There are two types of Shelter directives:

Shelter-in-Place
Used when there is a hazard outside the building, such as smoke, a chemical release, or another environmental concern. Students and staff are moved to safe areas inside and may remain there for an extended period of time until it is safe to resume normal activities.

Shelter for Severe Weather
Used during severe weather conditions. Students and staff are moved to designated safe areas within the building to protect them from potential weather-related dangers.

The goal of all Shelter directives is to keep everyone in a safe, controlled environment until the situation has passed.

 

“Reunification”

In certain emergency situations, Valley View ISD may implement a controlled student reunification process to safely return students to their parents or guardians.

Reunification is used when it is necessary to relocate students and ensure a structured, secure release. This process is carefully managed to protect student safety and maintain accountability for every child.

If reunification is activated:

• Parents and guardians will receive official communication with instructions on the reunification location and procedures
• A valid photo ID will be required to pick up a student
• Only individuals listed as authorized contacts in the student’s records will be allowed to check out a student
• The process may take time, as safety and accuracy are the top priorities

Families are asked to follow all directions provided by the district and remain patient during the process. For the safety of all students, parents should not attempt to go directly to a campus unless instructed to do so.

Keeping your contact information current in the district’s system is essential to ensure you receive timely updates during any emergency.