Groton Police Adopt New Approach To School Safety, Security: PD

GROTON, CT — Police said the Groton Town Police Department will be adopting a new approach to school safety and security. According to the department's Facebook page, the policy is entitled "Every School, Every Day."

Under this initiative, officers will be directed to visit schools in their patrol area every day school is in session, as well as during after school activities, police said.

Police said these visits will be random and unannounced, during which officers will be encouraged to "engage with students, faculty and parents to demonstrate a positive police presence and enhance the feeling of safety for all."

The initiative comes from the Connecticut Police Chiefs Association, police said. Its aim is to increase safety, reduce fear and maintain a healthy and consistent dialogue between police and school officials, as well as the public.

Police said these visits will be done with the support of school officials, as well as in coordination with them.

Visit the Town of Groton Police Department Facebook page for further information.

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