A Special Note About School Security and Safety
Safety and security for the Mathews students and staff are of utmost importance to us and we know that you, as parents and guardians share that concern. Here at Mathews we have a comprehensive safety plan that has been reviewed and approved by the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA). We have also provided an abbreviated version of the plan for teachers and other staff members to use as a quick reference. We have discussed our plan in detail during faculty meetings, with paraprofessionals, and the school safety committee. Please know that we have devoted a great deal of time to this topic and we happily do so in order to feel confident that our students and staff remain safe.
The first level of security begins at the front entry doors. These doors, and all doors, remain locked at all times. Entry into the building is gained when the front door is unlocked from the office. Upon entering the building, visitors must always stop at the office. Office personnel will be happy to help all visitors with their needs.
In the following sections, you will find information regarding specific procedures to be followed during the school day. Please read these carefully as there may be changes in some of the procedures from last year. If you have questions please do not hesitate to call the school (706-569-3656).