School safety is a top priority in Murray. Across the state, Utah has officially adopted the Standard Response Protocol (SRP)—a proven, action-based safety framework developed by The "I Love U Guys" Foundation. In Murray, our schools have had the SRP implemented for several years.

Even though the protocol is well-established, emergency situations or routine safety drills can still cause confusion for parents. Understanding the standard terms used by school staff, law enforcement, and emergency responders helps families stay informed and calm.

The 5 Core SRP Actions

Rather than relying on vague scenarios, the SRP uses five simple, action-oriented directives:

• Hold — "In Your Room or Area"

  Used when hallways need to remain clear (for example, during a medical emergency in a corridor). Students and staff stay in their classroom and conduct business as usual until an "all clear" is given.

• Secure — "Get Inside. Lock Outside Doors"

  Used when there is a potential threat or hazard outside the school building (such as police activity in the surrounding neighborhood). Exterior doors are locked, no one enters or leaves, but normal instructional activities continue inside. (Note: This action replaced the older term "Lockout.")

• Lockdown — "Locks, Lights, Out of Sight"

  Used when there is an active threat or danger inside the building or immediately on campus. Interior classroom doors are locked, lights are turned off, and occupants move out of sight and remain quiet.

• Evacuate — "To a Stated Location"

  Used to move students and staff from one location to another due to a safety concern inside the facility, such as a fire or chemical spill.

• Shelter — "State the Hazard and Safety Strategy"

  Used for environmental hazards or severe weather (such as earthquake or severe storms), utilizing personal protection strategies tailored to the event.

Why Updated Contact Information in Aspire Matters

During an active incident or drill, school leaders and emergency responders focus entirely on student safety. Once the situation is stabilized, official communication is dispatched directly to parents and guardians.

To ensure you receive urgent text messages, emails, and phone alerts without delay, it is critical that your contact details remain current in Aspire. If you change your phone number, email address, or emergency contacts during the school year, please log into Aspire immediately to update your profile.

Clear communication starts with shared vocabulary—and works best when we can reach you when it matters most.