The main purpose of the School Resource Officer (SRO) program is to better coordinate effort between the North Reading School Department and the North Reading Police Department in helping to provide and maintain a safe and secure environment which is conducive to learning within the schools.
The School Resource Officer has three main functions: law enforcement officer, teacher, and adviser.
The most effective way an S.R.O. can accomplish these goals is to be a positive role model. Students learn from every interaction they have with an S.R.O. It is essential for an S.R.0 to be a positive role model who endorses good judgment and discretion, is consistent and fair, respects all students and displays a sincere concern for the school community.
School Resource Officers must maintain a professional appearance; be visible, accessible and willing to talk to students; attend and participate in school activities; interact positively with students and the community, taking their concerns seriously; and maintain a positive relationship with the faculty and administrators.
One of the SRO’s main responsibilities is to enhance the communication between the North Reading Police Department and the North Reading School Department.
The School Resource Officer’s responsibilities include:
The SRO also assists in establishing safety plans for the entire school district. Some of the safety plans established include:
SROs are available for conferences with students, parents, and faculty members to offer assistance and advice on problems related to law enforcement and crime prevention.
Det. Paul Lucci
plucci@nrpdhowe
For more information, contact the SRO, or you can call him at the police department (978)-357-5119