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June 13, 2023
Dear Island Creek Families,
Late this afternoon, a student came to the building and reported that they had been grabbed in the arm by a man while they were walking to our playground from their home. We called the parent and the Fairfax County Police, who are investigating this incident.
I want to take this moment to share some safety reminders for you and your child. If your child is approached by strangers on foot or in vehicles, they should run to a safe place to call 911. Here are additional safety tips.
- Do not walk alone and walk in groups of two or more.
- Never get into a vehicle with a stranger
- If someone tries to pull you away or into a car fight, shout, scream, kick, bite, run, and tell.
- Never take anything a stranger offers you—do not accept candy, food, or money from a stranger.
- Do not walk alone in the dark.
- Stay away from lonely places—do not go alone into deserted buildings, empty parking lots, or places where there are few people around.
- Remain on school grounds during school hours.
- Immediately tell responsible adults about any suspicious activities or people encountered to or from school and give as many details as possible. Even if you aren’t sure why it is suspicious, but doesn’t feel right, tell an adult.
All of us here at Island Creek are your partners in ensuring that your children are safe when they travel to and from school and are in our community.
Sincerely,
Jen Fallert
Principal
Island Creek Elementary
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