Hampton School District to Host Active Shooter Response Training

HAMPTON — Superintendent Lois Costa shares that the district will host a two-day ALICE Active Shooter Response Training on Aug.10-11 for principals, superintendents, Student Resource Officers, police, and town and fire officials.

This initiative reflects the district’s ongoing commitment to enhancing school safety and preparedness for all staff and students. Local public safety partners have also been invited to participate.

The training is open to school administrators, school resource officers, police and fire personnel, and municipal agencies. Those interested in participating in the training are invited to sign up here. 

The ALICE (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate) Training is designed to equip participants with the skills to increase safety during the critical gap between the onset of a violent incident and the arrival of law enforcement.

Upon completion of the course, participants will become Certified ALICE Instructors, gaining the knowledge and resources to train others in their schools and communities.

The training program includes both classroom information about proactive strategies and physical drills where participants will engage in scenario-based exercises. 

ALICE Training is recognized as a leading program for responding to violent incidents. The program’s mission is to save lives by empowering individuals to take a role in their own safety through informed decision-making.

A prerequisite for the training requires all participants to complete the ALICE Introduction for Instructors e-Learning course. The hour-long course provides foundational knowledge to ensure participants are fully prepared for the two-day course.

“By investing in ALICE Training, we are taking a proactive approach to critical incidents, ensuring that our educators and community members are equipped with the knowledge and confidence to respond effectively and safely,” said Superintendent Costa. “This training will empower individuals to make informed decisions in high-pressure situations and has the potential to save lives.”

For more information about the training and to register, click here.

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