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Although the new website has a redesigned look, most of the website components and menus are the same!

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Gates Chili Central School District

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Emergency responses

Emergency responses

In the event of an emergency, Gates Chili utilizes the SHESL emergency response system, which is used by schools throughout New York State to provide administrators, teachers, students, parents/guardians, law enforcement officials and community residents with a common language to understand what is happening and how to respond.

Please take a moment to review the responses outlined on this page and take note of the directives for families during a lockout and lockdown.

  • Used to shelter students and staff inside the building. Typically used during severe weather.

  • Used to limit movement of students and staff while dealing with short term emergencies, such as a medical emergency or a maintenance issue.

  • Used to evacuate students and staff from the building because it is safer outside than inside, such as during a fire or hazardous material spill.

  • Used to secure school buildings and grounds during incidents that pose an imminent concern outside of the school, such as a wild animal in the school vicinity. Typically, regular indoor activities may continue.

    Important note: No one will be permitted to enter or exit the building until this designation is lifted. Parents/ guardians and community members are reminded not to come to school or wait outdoors at school for their own safety.

  • Used to secure school buildings and grounds during incidents that pose an immediate threat of violence in or around the school. Students and staff take cover, remain silent and out of view.

    During a lockdown, it is important for parents/guardians and community members not to come to school until they receive notice that the lockdown is clear.

    This is essential for safety reasons and so that law enforcement and/or medical personnel can access the building without issue.