Safety of our students is our highest priority and the District has safety and crisis plans for each of our schools. We work with a variety of stakeholders, including the Quincy Police Department, to ensure that systems are in place to keep students safe. As a school community, we are committed to the social, emotional, and physical safety of the students in our care.
School Drills - All Quincy School District schools participate in monthly drills. Drills include:
Evacuation
Secure the Building ( Threats Outside the Building)
Lockdown (Inside Threats)
Shelter-In-Place
All drills are initiated by the school Incident Command System (ICS) a FEMA emergency All staff are trained throughout the year regarding our school emergency procedures
National FEMA Training - The FEMA Crisis and Planning Team have completed National FEMA Training. The team also developed and implemented the QSD Comprehensive Plan which includes regular building walkthroughs and monthly meetings.
Active Shooter Training - Each year National recognized active shooter expert Jesus Villahermosa trains all 6-12th grade students and staff and offers a training event for parents.
Accident Prevention, CPR, and First Aid Training - For designated staff at each district school and site.
Maintenance and Crisis Team walk-throughs​ -Maintenance provides monthly reports on building safety findings
Social Media Monitoring - Comments made on all QSD social media accounts are regularly monitored. If a threat is posted, the superintendent is notified, and the Quincy Police Department is called in to investigate.
Safety Technology -
Emergency Notification System - InformaCast
All schools have an emergency notification system
The system consists of intercom, text and call notification
Connect to Quincy Police Department
Expanding system to cover other buildings such as District Office, Support Services, etc.
Single Point Entries
Card reader entries
Visitor Management systems at schools
245 security cameras w/ 20-30 days recording capacity
Digital handheld radios district wide
Security alarm systems installed in all buildings.
Fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems installed in all school buildings
Vape detectors installed in QMS and QHS student bathrooms and locker rooms.
Alerts sent via email that include time/date stamp and cameras that are nearby for footage to be reviewed.
24/7 Anonymous Tip Reporting -
Vector Alert System allows students, families, and community members to anonymous report student harassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB), suicide, an active threat against the school, a general safety concern, or a kudo.​
Reports can be made via: website, phone, email or text app
Reports are then routed to the district and buildings and tracked by building administrators and counselors
Meet your Safety and Security Officer: Sal Mancini
We introduced a new Safety and Security Officer in 2024. The new role, which combines the responsibilities of a student resource officer and a director of security, is held by Salvatore “Sal” Mancini. Officer Mancini has served the city of Quincy in various law enforcement roles for over 20 years, and even served as a school resource officer on behalf of the Quincy Police Department for four years. Now, he returns to the school district to oversee the safety of students and staff in Quincy schools.
Get to know Officer Mancini:
How long have you been in Quincy? What do you like about working in Quincy?
I have lived in Quincy for the past 22 years. I moved here when I became employed by the Quincy Police Department (QPD). I have enjoyed working here, as QPD has provided many opportunities to experience many facets of the police department. Quincy is a small community, and I enjoy that atmosphere.
What is your education background and general work experience? Have you always worked in law enforcement?
I have worked many positions within the police department, such as an officer, detective, student resource officer and other positions. Prior to working there, I was employed by another law enforcement agency for about two years and prior to that, I was a corrections officer at a prison in Eastern Washington.
I have two degrees: an associate of arts in Liberal Arts and an associate of applied science in Administration of Justice. Once employed, I attended the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Academy which is about 5 months. In my career I have continued my education and training, having over 2,000 additional hours in all areas of law enforcement.
Tell me about this role – has QSD had a safety and security officer before? What makes this role important? How will you interact with students, staff and the community?
My position is full-time School Safety Officer (SSO) at Quincy Middle School (QMS). In the event of an emergency at a different school, I could be called away but primarily I am stationed at QMS. As a student resource officer (SRO), both with the police department and now directly for the school district, my role is very similar: develop positive relationships with students and staff, try to be a mentor, assist students and staff with security issues, and help provide a safe environment.
This position is very important for all of these reasons. This is an armed position in case of the worst-case scenario. Unfortunately, in this day and age, we need armed personnel to be here for the worst case, but we also need officers to try to build positive relationships with students.
Will Quincy School District continue to partner with local police in other ways?
The school district will still partner with the Quincy Police Department for at least one SRO for the high school and likely will bring a second officer on board in the future.
What do you wish people knew about you and your work?
I want folks to know that I am here to help kids and keep them safe but also try to build positive relationships with the kids.
Introduce yourself! What do you like to be called, what is your title, and where are you from?
Officer Diaz, SRO (School Resource Officer) Diaz, I am from Cashmere WA.
How long have you been in Quincy? What do you like about working in Quincy?
I’ve been working in Quincy for almost 3 years, I love the community support.
What is your education background and general work experience? Have you always worked in law enforcement?
I have a B.A. in criminal justice and business administration. No I’ve worked various jobs, from retail to a barista at Starbucks, youth mentor, dance teacher, 911 dispatcher, I’ve done a little bit of everything.
How long have you been in law enforcement? Did you always know you wanted to be in law enforcement?
3 years on the job. Since the age of 21, It took me a little longer than most people because back then there was only one opening and agencies were hardly ever hiring. I was working as a juvenile detention officer when I became interested in law enforcement. I love working with youth and I remember seeing the police officers coming in and out. I remember seeing a female officer and thinking I want to be like her one day.
Is this your first time as SRO?
Yes, my first year
For those who don’t know what an SRO does, what does your day-to-day work look like?
In the morning I patrol around the schools or greet kids. I then go to different schools and walk around so the students and staff members know I’m available and I’m there. I go hang out with students during lunch and I go play with the younger one’s at recess. I catch up on reports and do any welfare checks with families through the days. I get to speak to students if they have a problem or something to report.
What are some common misconceptions about SROs? What do you wish people knew about you and your work?
That I am only there to arrest kids. My job is to hopefully be a mentor to kids. For them to trust law enforcement and come to me when they are struggling.
What is your favorite part of your job?
The relationships I get to build with the students. I love working with kids and I love being a cop so I get the opportunity of both.
Anything else you’d like to add?
I’m thankful to be part of this community
