On July 24, 2000, the Safe Schools Against Violence in Education Act (SAVE) became law in New York. It outlines the critical issues of safety and security which school districts must address. Among the requirements of the legislation, and subsequent regulations are the establishment of a District Wide Safety Team. Southern Westchester BOCES has a District Team called the SAVE team, which has been functioning since the inception of the Act. We have addressed campus-based safety issues, provided staff training and information, and prepared a draft of the Wellness Policy for the Board of Education.

Our members  include:
Mary Ellen Betzler, Center for Special Services
Elaine Bliss, Regional Information Center
Doug Carter, Transportation
Tom DiBuono, Operations and Maintenance
Ray Healey, Administration
Rosemary Lee, Center for Professional Development
Beverly Levine, SWBOCES Board
Gerald Murphy, Career and Technical Center
Ana Reluzco, Center for Special Services
Jennifer Simmons, Interscholastic Sports
Linda Suarez, Career and Technical Center

We will be using this space to inform our staff and community about relevant safety issues, so please stay tuned for the inaugural issue!