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School Resource
Deputy Program
The School Resource Program places law enforcement officers in schools with the goal
of developing partnerships with teachers, students, and school administrators. Those
partnerships are the building blocks of problem solving and creating a positive
influence on the students. A goal of the program is for students and deputies to
develop partnerships and foster respect and trust between them. It is these
partnerships that allow the free flow of information to law enforcement that can
not only prevent crime, but aides in developing a safe environment for all. The
program also reflects the desire of the community to ensure that the schools operate
in a safe, secure, and orderly fashion.
The program also reflects a proactive strategy designed to bring prevention and
intervention into the schools. By being on campus, the SRO’s can often prevent
problems from occurring. When problems do arise, the SRO may be able to intervene
quickly and address what is taking place. The SRO is also able to contribute to the
overall safe school planning efforts and act as a resource for the school when an
emergency may occur. Currently, the Sheriff’s Department has two deputies assigned
to the SRO program.
Those wishing to speak with a Resource Officer can call the Sheriff’s Department at
(530) 822-7307, and ask to speak with an SRO Deputy.
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