Spencer-Owen Schools introduce safe visitor management system

In a continued effort to prioritize the safety of students and staff, Spencer-Owen Community Schools (S-OCS) is proud to announce the implementation of the new Safe Visitor Management System, known as KID Account. This innovative system is now in place at all school buildings within the district and is designed to manage all visitors, parents and students with the highest standards of safety and accountability.

The KID Account system brings several new features to S-OCS campuses, including instant national sex offender screenings, visitor badge printing and electronic hall passes. These updates will streamline the check-in process while significantly enhancing the district's ability to monitor who is in each building at all times.

As part of this new procedure, all parents and visitors will now be required to present a valid driver's license upon entering any S-OCS building. This identification will be scanned through the KID Account system to ensure the visitor passes the screening requirements. Individuals without a valid driver's license can be entered manually into the system. Upon approval, school administration will authorize access to the building and issue a visitor badge.

Superintendent Andy Cline and building leaders across the district are united in their commitment to protecting the school community.

"The safety of our students and staff is our top priority," Cline said. "Implementing this system allows us to provide a more secure environment without compromising the welcoming atmosphere we value so deeply."

To help make visits to our schools more convenient for families, parents and guardians may still complete a Volunteer Background Form for the current school year. Once approved, this form grants them automatic access and a preprinted visitor badge for quicker entry during future visits. This process is ideal for frequent visitors, such as parent volunteers and chaperones.

The district encourages all parents and guardians to participate in this background process as a way to support school safety while maintaining ease of access.

"We are committed to creating a secure, respectful and positive learning environment," said MCES Principal Matt Cazzell. "Our new visitor management system is just one of the many ways we are working to make that vision a reality."

If parents have any questions about the new system or need assistance with the background form, they are encouraged to contact their child's building principal directly:

• Owen Valley High School: Principal Robert Boltinghouse, 812-829-2266

• Owen Valley Middle School: Principal Tom Arthur, 812-829-2249

• McCormick's Creek Elementary School: Principal Matt Cazzell, 812-828-6000

• Spencer Elementary School: Principal Brittany Greene, 812-829-2253

• Gosport Elementary School: Principal Carol Watson, 812-879-4694

• Patricksburg Elementary School: Principal Dr. Mike Robison, 812-859-4525

Spencer-Owen Community Schools remains steadfast in its mission to foster a safe, supportive and enriching educational environment for all students. The introduction of the KID Account system marks another meaningful step forward in that commitment.