The North Judson-San Pierre School Board took another major step toward securing a School Resource Officer by approving a Memorandum of Understanding related to the position when members met Tuesday night.
Superintendent Dr. Annette Zupin explained that officials were recently notified that funds awarded through the Indiana Department of Homeland Security’s Secured School Safety Grant will help cover fifty-percent of the SRO’s salary.
As some details are still being finalized, the NJPD officer who will serve as the SRO couldn’t be introduced to board members just yet. However, Dr. Zupin said efforts are being made to ensure that they’ll find the right fit for the position.
The School Resource Officer is expected to hit the hallways at NJ-SP in January. In the meantime, Town Marshal Kelly Fisher and other North Judson officers work closely with school officials to ensure safety all year round.
