Safety Alert - Swansea Public School
Several students at Swansea P.S. reported that about 12:20pm a man in a white van approached them in Rennie Park and asked them if they would like some candy or cake. The boys said no, the van drove off and the boys returned to school.
The police have been notified about this and will patrol the area over the next few days.
The safety of our students remains our top priority. Our staff regularly speak to students about how to stay safe. I again want to emphasize to students, staff and parents the importance of awareness and the need for extra care in even the most ordinary and everyday routines. The following streetproofing strategies should be communicated to students on a regular basis.
- Always walk with a buddy to and from school;
- Always tell your parents where you are;
- Never accept gifts from strangers;
- When help is needed, go to the nearest store or school, the home of a friend or run towards a group of people or a parent with children;
- Never approach or enter a stranger’s car; adults have no acceptable reason to offer a ride or to ask children for directions or assistance;
- If a car is following you, change directions and run;
- Say ‘NO’ if an adult wants you to do something you know is wrong;
- Know your name, address and phone number;
- Know that police officers are friends and can help you;
- Tell your parents or teacher whenever someone treats you in a way that makes you feel uncomfortable or unsafe. TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS.
Please be assured that our staff will continue to take any necessary steps to ensure the safety of our students and staff.