Heads up, Oak Forest Elementary parents:
Oak Forest Elementary: December 10, 2018
"We want to inform you of a situation near our campus. On Friday, December 7, a group of 4th and 5th graders noticed a man in the woods between the playground and FM 1960. Humble ISD Police were notified, and officers came and searched the area. They found a man who appears to be homeless. The officers told the man he cannot stay in the woods near the school, and the man left.
Today, students again saw the man. Speculation among students has escalated regarding this man and his purpose. Please keep in mind that this man has not done anything except linger. However, we felt that we should keep you informed about his presence. Officers will continue to monitor the area around the school to assure that the man does not stay in the woods near our campus.
This is a good opportunity to review the following safety tips:
Walk to and from school in groups.
If anything unusual occurs, tell an adult immediately. Time can be critical.
Never talk to strangers or accept rides from them, even if you are stranded. Call a trusted adult for transportation.
Be proactive: tour the neighborhood to identify safe and dangerous circumstances and places. Arrange for immediate access to neighbors or other trusted adults who could be contacted in an emergency.
Don’t panic. If you are afraid or have a problem, call a parent or a trusted adult.
Never tell people at your door, phone callers, or online that you are home alone.
Keep your house key hidden. Don’t give it to anyone and don’t keep it in a visible place that would tell people you are going home to an empty house.
Never get into a car, enter a home, look for a lost pet or person, or accept food or items from an adult, unless your parents know what you are doing or have identified that person as a trusted emergency contact.
Tell a trusted adult – parent, teacher or counselor – if anyone ever makes you feel uncomfortable.
Please continue to encourage your children to report any concerns to our school staff, Humble ISD Police (281-641-7900) or through the Humble ISD iHelp app. By working in partnership, we keep our school safe and students focused on learning.
Linda Schmidt, Principal
Oak Forest Elementary"
