By CJ Vetter
HAYS COUNTY - Wimberley ISD, Dripping Springs ISD and San Marcos ISD received a two-day training on post-emergency reunification July 25 through July 26, at San Marcos High School. The training was coordinated by the nonprofit group I Love U Guys Foundation – its goal is to provide a consistent way to reunite parents with their children following emergencies.
The Standard Reunification Method (SRM) employed by I Love U Guys centers around creating an accountable and compassionate process that avoids chaotic situations. The process begins immediately following a crisis as children are moved to a pre-determined location away from the impacted area. Once the children are fully moved and safe, district staff coordinates with police, EMS and fire departments, and begins to subdivide into different roles before contacting parents. Once parents arrive, children are then reunited with their parents in a calm and safe environment.
