Introduction

Campus Safety & Security Policies & Procedures
Safety & Security... Everyone's Concern
There is Safety in Groups
Sexual Harassment
Your Right to Know

Lee County High Tech Center North (HTN) is an integral part of the community it serves. As such HTN shares many of the same interests and problems, including a concern about crime. The Center experiences many of the same risks and threats as the community in which it is located. We are vitally concerned about the safety and well-being of our students, faculty, staff and all visitors who participate in the many activities, which we sponsor.

Although the Center has not experienced a significant number of criminal acts or safety concerns, everyone should be aware of potential problems. We encourage you to join the effort to make Lee County High Tech Center North a safe and secure environment for everyone.  Check the FDLE website at: www.fdle.state.fl.us for additional information regarding your safety and security.

Campus Safety & Security Policies & Procedures

It is the policy of Lee County High Tech Center North that all reasonable measures shall be taken to protect students, employees and visitors. It is expected that all faculty, staff and students will act in a safe manner and report any unsafe condition or dangerous situation. The Center will not tolerate any type of disruptive or inappropriate behavior that interferes with the primary educational mission of High Tech North, or creates a threat to any person or property. We take a pro-active stance on safety and security matters and sponsor programs to encourage an awareness of safety and security hazards.

Lee County High Tech Center North complies with state and federal laws, which prohibits the sale, use or possession of alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, or weapons on campus. We cooperate with authorities in the enforcement of civil laws including a total No Smoking ban on campus.  HTN is a "Drug-Free Zone".

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Safety & Security... Everyone's Concern

High Tech North provides a two-way radio equipped security guard who helps with the protection of people and property for those hours the school is open or in session. However, cooperation and involvement of every member of the Center, student, staff and visitor, is absolutely necessary to ensure maximum safety and security. All persons must assume responsibility for their own safety and security of personal belongings. No security plan can attain maximum effectiveness unless everyone contributes to making it work. The following is a list of a few common sense precautions for your safety and security.

  1. Never leave your purse or valuables unattended, even for a brief moment. Secure valuables whenever possible.
  2. Always lock your car. Lock valuables in trunk.
  3. Do not loiter in the parking lot.
  4. Be patient when leaving the parking lots after class. Accidents have happened in the parking lot and in the intersection of streets surrounding High Tech North.
  5. Be sure to mark or label all property.
  6. If you are on campus at night, take the following precautions:
    - Always walk in a group or with at least one other person.
    -Avoid working alone in a classroom, or isolated location at night.
    -Choose the most lighted pathway and stay on the sidewalks.

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There is Safety in Groups

  1. Do not engage in any activity that might cause you harm or endanger another person or school property.
  2. If you are a victim, intended victim, or a witness to a crime, report if immediately to the administration.
  3. Be alert of your surroundings at all times, and if you see anything suspicious or out of the ordinary, notify administration immediately.
  4. Do not engage in any activity that might cause you harm or endanger another person or school property.
  5. If you witness or a victim to a crime, you must contact administration. Please be prepared to provide the following information:
    - Your name
    - Quick description of any injury
    - The location of the incident you are reporting
    - A description of the scene
    - Description of any possible suspects
    - A description of the vehicles involved (if any) and a license number.
  6. Become an involved and alert student. Your ideas, comments and contributions to our safety and security efforts are encouraged and welcomed. Remember, we are always looking for ways to ensure that our institute is a safe, secure and healthy place to work and study. We challenge you to make this a personal objective while here.

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Sexual Harassment

The subject of sexual harassment is covered during the school orientation. Instructors at HTN are updated throughout the school year with important information on procedures for dealing with any sexual offenses.  In addition we maintain a "Notification of Sexual Predators" file at the school front desk and its available for public review at anytime upon request.   

An Equity Coordinator is on staff and is responsible for handling complaints. Each incident is handled in a private, sensitive manner. You can ask to see the Equity Coordinator at the school front desk.

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