The most important part of our mission at The Varnett Public School is to keep our students safe both at school and at home. The internet has many resources that will help parents keep their children safe. Below you will find links to websites that contain excellent information for parents as we head to the start of the school year on August 22.
Sexual Predators
The state has a database of names and addresses of people that have been convicted of sexual misconduct crimes. Follow the link below, type in your zip code, and then click of search. The school recommends that you check the list regularly to see who might be living in your neighborhood.
https://records.txdps.state.tx.us/DPS_WEB/SorNew/index.aspx
https://records.txdps.state.tx.us/DPS_WEB/SorNew/index.aspx
Over the past few years we have begun to acknowledge the effect of bullying on children. These websites include information on preventing bullying and how to help children that are being bullied.
www.bullyinginschools.com
Cyberbullying
The advent of technology has led to new methods of bullying. Texting, Facebook, and other social media are being used to bully. This website will give you information on how to prevent cyberbullying and what to do when it does happen.http://www.cyberbullying.us
This website will give you information on how to teach your children about dealing with strangers.
http://www.safetycops.com/stranger_danger.htm
Another great source on all of the above is www.mcgruff.org .
http://www.safetycops.com/stranger_danger.htm
Another great source on all of the above is www.mcgruff.org .