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A reunification procedure is used when it is necessary to release students directly to their parent, guardian, or designated emergency contact due to an emergency situation that prevents a normal dismissal. Situations which may require a reunification include, but are not limited to:

  • Fire or Damage to a School Building,
  • Natural Disaster,
  • Field Trip Emergency or School Bus Accident,
  • Violence in the Surrounding Community,
  • A Situation involving a Threat, Weapons, or Violence at School.

A well-organized reunification process helps to reduce anxiety during a potentially stressful situation and reunite children with their families in a structured, timely, and safe manner.

While school emergency situations requiring reunification are rare, they do occur with enough frequency that it is necessary to have a well-defined process and the supplies ready in order to implement it. Understanding these concepts, knowing your role, and remaining calm during a real emergency situation will help students and parents through a potentially chaotic and stressful time as we work to bring families back together safely.

The below documents are used for the Reunification Process within the District.

SAF-G008: CMCSS Reunification Guidelines

SAF-F035: Reunification Sign-Out Records

SAF-F036: Reunification Card