Runaway, Missing, and Out of Control Students

Runaway

• Take all threats seriously.
  NOTE: If a student threatens to run away, do not allow the student to leave campus unsupervised.
• Notify the school administrator who will:
  Interview the student.
  Take appropriate action based on the results of the interview.
  Notify the parents.
• Appropriate school personnel should monitor the student after the incident.
• If a student has already run away, the parent or school administration will notify law enforcement immediately.
• All involved should document all actions taken, noting the time and names of those involved and submit to administration.
  

Missing Students
If a student is missing from a designated area on campus:

• The administration should be notified of the situation.
• If a search of the school perimeter fails to locate the student, and the student cannot be accounted for otherwise, the parent(s) or guardians of the student should be notified.
• If the student cannot be found on campus, the administration will determine whether it is necessary to contact local law enforcement. Early involvement of law enforcement enhances the chances of locating a missing student.
  

Out of Control Students

• If a teacher or other school staff is unable to calm an out of control student, contact the administrator, school counselor, or other appropriate personnel. (see Threats of Violence section)
• If further assistance is needed, support personnel can be requested to talk to the student in an attempt to calm him/her down.
• Parents should be notified and asked for assistance if the student continues to be out of control.
• If the student cannot be calmed down and/or is a danger to himself or others, law enforcement should be contacted at 911.
  Wake County Mental Health Services are also available for telephone assistance:
• Wake County Mental Health Services – 919-250-3133
• Child Mental Health – 919-212-8400