The Aledo Police Department works in partnership with the Mercer County School District to provide School Resource Officer (SRO) services to the schools in our community. Officers maintain a visible presence on the various school campuses. They work with the administration, faculty and staff to assure our children have a safe and secure learning environment.
Some of the officers’ safety and security related duties include:
- Security presence at events
- Visible patrols in and around school facilities
- Visible presence in school zones, near bus stops, and in areas where children travel to and from school
- Ongoing contact with students and staff
- Regular checks of the school buildings and grounds during times and on days when the schools are closed
- Respond to incidents involving students, staff, parents or school facilities
- Work to resolve ongoing issues involving students
- Investigate crimes and offenses against the students, staff and school facilities
- Liaison with the administrative staff of the schools
- Provide security training and information to the faculty and staff of the District
- Conduct security surveys of the facilities and grounds
Other SRO Duties:
- Youth outreach programs designed to build relationships with students
- Assist with student interviews
- Participation in school district programs and events