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The mission of the Oregon Department of Education’s School Safety and Emergency Management (SSEM) program is to support the development and implementation of emergency operations plans (EOPs) in schools across the state to help improve the safety and security for all students and staff. Oregon Revised Statute 339.408 and Oregon Administrative Rule 581-022-2225 require schools to instruct and drill students on emergency procedures and maintain a comprehensive safety program that includes plans for responding to emergencies. The resources provided here will help Oregon schools plan for, train for, and respond to emergencies affecting their students and staff.
The resources for developing a high-quality school EOP include guidance on emergency drills and plans, example planning documents, fillable templates and scenario-based exercises. Links to national resources are also included on this page. National resources include links to the Readiness and Emergency Management for Schools Technical Assistance Center, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency that all include additional examples, templates, interactive tools, guidelines, and training materials on emergency planning for all schools.
Find contact information for ODE school emergency operations planning staff or the regional emergency operations planning representative in your area. If you have questions about the program or would like information about our resources you can email us here at ODE.SSEM@ode.oregon.gov
The link above provides resources to help plan for specific threats and hazards that should be considered in any high-quality school EOP. Now included on that page are archived copies of our monthly newsletter, the Monthly Minute. ODE's resource page--School-level Communicable Disease Planning--is a centralized repository of guidance and resources to address challenges associated with communicable diseases.
View prior webinars: SSEM YouTube Playlist
What: School Safety and Emergency Management staff will share best practices and considerations for school reunification following a disaster. Both March sessions will cover the same material. Should school grounds become unsafe for reunification, an alternate site and a reunification plan will become necessary. Reunification can be the most challenging and complex aspect of school emergency management. SSEM staff will share recommended guidance that fits Oregon requirements from examples across the state. Schools and districts that require guidance on the complexities of reunification can learn from experts on the practice in March.
When: March 3rd and 17th from 1:30pm to 2:30pm.
Who Should Attend: Any school administrator or staff member who would like training or assistance on school reunification following a disaster.
Link to Register: Registration page for March 3rd at 1:30pm (virtual).
Link to Register: Registration page for March 17th at 1:30pm (virtual).
What: School Safety and Emergency Management staff will explain changes to the emergency plans and drills requirements for Oregon schools. Both April sessions will cover the same material but may introduce new conversations. Participants will be introduced to a recommended training and drill calendar, as well as resources for ensuring their emergency operations and safety plans align with state requirements and best practices.
When: April 7th and 21st from 1:30pm to 2:30pm.
Who Should Attend: Any school administrator or staff member who would like training or guidance on school emergency planning and drills for the 2026-27 school year.
Link to Register: Registration page for April 7th at 1:30pm (virtual).
Link to Register: Registration page for April 21st at 1:30pm (virtual).
About the Workshop: This workshop provides school leaders, emergency responders, and community partners with the structural framework needed to manage the transition from incident to family recovery. By moving past the "what" and focusing on the "how," we will develop a comprehensive blueprint for every phase of the school reunification process. Check out the workshop flyer for additional details and registration information.
When: April 9th from 9:00am to 4:00pm
Where: Redmond Police Dept. - 111 NW Teak Ave. Redmond, OR 97756
Who Should Attend: This workshop is for school leaders, safety coordinators, emergency responders and community partners focused on enhancing school safety and preparedness..
Registration: Link to register. Registration is limited, so register early to reserve your spot.
What: ShakeAlert Ready Schools offers cost-free public safety curriculum, professional development presentations, and other resources that will help prepare your entire school community for earthquakes. This webinar will highlight U.S. Geological Survey developed educational resources that your school can use to teach all members of your school community how to be safe in an earthquake, and how they can receive ShakeAlert earthquake early warning alerts, which could provide seconds of warning before dangerous shaking from an earthquake arrives. Speakers will discuss standards-aligned curriculum for classrooms, as well as ways to engage parents and guardians in earthquake preparedness.
When: August 19th from 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Who Should Attend: Any school administrator or staff member who would like information or resources on earthquake education and ShakeAlert notifications.
Link to Register: Registration page for August 19th at 2:00pm (virtual).
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