All Michigan public schools must conduct safety drills throughout the school year to ensure students and staff are well-prepared in an emergency. Per Michigan Public Act 12 of 2014, schools must complete the following safety drills annually:
- Five (5) - Fire safety drills must be conducted per school year, with three occurring by December 1.
- Two (2) - Tornado safety drills must be conducted per school year, with at least one taking place in March.
- Three (3) - Lockdown drills must have one drill conducted during a lunch-recess period or at another time when a significant number of the students are gathered but not in the classroom. At least one drill must occur by December 1, and one must be held after January 1.
View the current school year 'School Safety Drills Report' detailing drills conducted at Berrien Springs Public Schools.
