About James Madison HS:

Safety & Security

Specialist
	Tony Thomas 703-319-2342 703-319-2400 (Tip Line) 25 years - Fairfax Sheriff's Office 7 years - FCPS
Assistants
	Joseph Fernandez 703-319-2500 26 years – Arlington PD 1 year – FCPS
	Mark Gjormand 703-319-2502 6 years – CIA Security 21 years – FCPS
	James Tracy 703-319-2341 25 years – Fairfax Sheriff's Office 7 years – FCPS
School Resource Officer (SRO)
	Officer Brett Manthe 703-319-2323 10 years – FCPD

The safety of students and staff, and the security of our campus, are the two main concerns of the Security Team. To meet the challenges of maintaining a safe campus, we ask for the assistance of students, staff and parents to be vigilant. If you feel that something needs to be addressed, please bring it to the attention of the Security Team as soon as possible. Our office is located near the cafeteria.

Report Bullying - Did you witness or are you a victim of bullying? If so, you should report the circumstances to the Security Office. Call Tony Thomas, safety & security specialist, at 703-319-2500 or email. You may report an incident anonymously.

Report Security Violation - Did you witness a security violation at JMHS? Examples of such violations include, but are not limited to: alcohol, arson, assault, assault by mob, disruptions, drugs, fighting, leaving school grounds, marijuana, minor physical altercations, theft, threats, trespassing, vandalism, and weapons. (A complete list of violations is available in the SR&R handbook.) If so, you should report the circumstances to the Security Office. Call Tony Thomas, safety & security specialist, at 703-319-2500 or email. You may report an incident anonymously.

Standard JMHS Security Procedures

Cameras monitor all exterior doors and grounds
Faculty and staff display FCPS photo-identification badges
Visitors sign-in at the main office and register electronically (Visitors should always enter through Entrance #1)
Exterior doors are locked from the outside during the instructional day
The backgate to Flint Hill Road is locked during the instructional day

Safety and Security Links

24-hour security assistance – Contact the FCPS Office of Safety and Security at 571-423-2000. Call 9-1-1 for police, rescue or fire emergencies or 703-691-2131 for non-emergency police assistance.

Bullying Tips – FCPS has several resources regarding bullying: Violence Prevention and Intervention and ways to prevent and deal with bullying. The National Crime Prevention Council has additional information and resources. Stop Bullying.gov shares methods for parents to communicate with their children about bullying.

Cyber bullying - National Crime Prevention Council has information about Cyber bullying. Connect Safely is a website that has additional information on what to do if you are a victim of cyber bullying.

Emergency Announcements - When FCPS has a schedule change (closing or delay) due to inclement weather or other emergencies, the information is communicated as soon as the decision is made.

FCPS Telephone Tip Line for Safety 703-658-3636. FCPS encourages students and community members to report school safety issues, such as dangerous rumors, drug use, theft, harassment, gang activities, existence of weapons, and vandalism.

Gang Prevention - Fairfax County gang awareness information. What are they, how do we identify them, gangs and the law, why some students join a gang, and what are the general types of behaviors? Fairfax County gang prevention information and hot line. For more information, see The reality of gangs, Gang Fact Sheets, Gangs and Gang Resources.

Identifying suspected alcohol and other drug use - FCPS Student Safety and Wellness has a wide range of services devoted to promoting optimal mental health of our students. Fairfax County Government provides Alcohol & Drug Services - Service Descriptions. The SAMHSA Health Information Network (SHIN) includes the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI). National Institute of Drug abuse has prepared materials specifically for students and young adults. Get Smart About Drugs has information for parents.

Drinking and Driving (DMV information)
Impaired Driving (National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration)
Do you feel awkward talking about underage drinking?
MADD
SADD
Just Think Twice
Study: Energy Drinks Could Be Harmful To Children
Alcoholic Energy Drinks and Teens Don't Mix
Chemicals Used in "Spice" and "K2" Type Products Now Under Federal Control and Regulation
Emergency Scheduling of K2/Spice-type Products

Internet Safety - The Superintendent of Public Instruction has issued guidelines to school divisions regarding instructional programs related to Internet safety. Teaching children how to recognize dangers and threats on the internet, and how to respond to them appropriately. Get net wise and Privacy Considerations When Posting Content Online are additional sites with further information to keep children safe and protect your data. The Attorney General of Virginia has additional sites concerning internet safety: Family Internet Safety: Internet Safety Guide for Teens and Child Internet Safety: Tips for Parents

Lost and Found - Lost and found items are processed through the Main Office. Students finding abandoned or lost articles should take them there.

Parents Who Host, Lose the Most - Under aged drinking awareness information. Virginia Alcohol Laws & Parental Responsibility.

Path to Personal Safety - The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) offers easy-to-use safety resources to help address constant challenges when trying to help keep children safer.

Sexting - Sexting, don't play the game, Fairfax County Police Forum. The practice can have serious legal and psychological consequences, for further information please consult the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Student Rights and Responsibilities - The Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook has been posted here to make access easier and faster.

Traffic Safety - The Fairfax County Police Department is committed to keeping the the citizens who live in, work in and visit Fairfax County, safe on our roadways. Learn more about traffic safety, driving while texting or on cellphone, guide to distracted driving & teen safety, dangers of text messaging and driving, stop impaired driving, speak up or else , drive smart and youth of Virginia speak out about traffic safety.

Unified Prevention Coalition - The Unified Prevention Coalition is dedicated to promoting prevention and early intervention for violence and drug use in the community.

Vienna Madison Community Coalition (VMCC) - The Vienna-Madison Community Coalition (VMCC) a school-community partnership established in 1995, promotes a drug, alcohol, and violence-free environment for youth in the community. It has recently become a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization.