Every day, as a parent of a child in the Wellsville Central School District, I grapple with a pervasive fear – the fear that my child might not be safe at school due to unresolved threats and bullying. As parents, our primary concern is not just the quality of education but the safety and well-being of our children when they are away from our protective reach. Schools, all too often, prioritize funding and administrative protocols over the immediate safety needs of students. This is evident in how schools focus on confiscating cell phones from students, despite the peace of mind parents experience knowing they can reach their child in an emergency, such as a potential threat or an unthinkable situation like a school shooting. It's imperative that the Wellsville Central School District adopts a 'threat resolved before reopen' policy. This means that schools should remain closed until any threat to student safety is fully resolved. By implementing such a policy, we can ensure that administrators address all safety concerns effectively and expeditiously before they escalate into tragedy. This actionable policy could involve collaboration with local law enforcement to conduct thorough threat assessments and ensure that comprehensive safety protocols are enacted swiftly and efficiently. Moreover, it could entail increased transparency and communication with parents, enabling them to stay informed and prepared to act to protect their children if needed. The implementation of a 'threat resolved before reopen' policy would demonstrate a true commitment to prioritizing student safety above all other concerns. It would show parents that the district values their children’s lives above all else and is willing to take concrete steps to protect them. Let us come together as parents, educators, and concerned citizens to push for this critical change. Our children deserve a safe and supportive learning environment where their well-being is the priority. Please sign this petition to urge the Wellsville Central School District to take immediate action and adopt this life-saving policy.