Fifth-Graders Learn Importance of Disaster Preparation

Wisconsin Emergency Officials Help Teachers Prepare Students for Disasters

For the second year, fifth graders will learn how to prepare for disasters and react to emergencies thanks to a special program being taught once again in schools across Wisconsin. The Student Tools for Emergency Planning (STEP) is a turn-key classroom curriculum for teachers to prepare students for various emergencies, including tornadoes, flooding and storms. STEP also shows students how to put together an emergency kit and develop an emergency plan with their families.

Educators: Apply to Participate

Through Oct. 28, 2011, educators can go to the ReadyWisconsin website to apply to participate in the no-cost program. Participating schools will be announced on Nov. 7.

Last year's pilot program was an overwhelming success. State emergency officials aim to have 5,000 students involved this year.

STEP is sponsored by Wisconsin Emergency Management; the Department of Public Instruction; the Office of Justice Assistance; the Center for School, Youth and Citizen Preparedness; and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

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