The safety and security of the Bishop Lynch High School campus is of utmost importance, and Bishop Lynch takes numerous steps to keep our community safe.
Bishop Lynch has four full-time members of the campus safety patrol team. These team members are responsible for the opening and inspection of the campus each morning, maintaining a safe environment during school hours and during scheduled events, closing the campus at the conclusion of all events, and securing the campus.
Please dial 911 for emergencies. If you have a non-emergency security concern, call the campus safety number at 214-380-5675. Please save this number in your contacts for easy reference. There are also Campus Safety Number signs posted around campus.
Uniformed Dallas Police Officers on Patrol
Bishop Lynch has uniformed Dallas Police officers who maintain a visual presence on campus during the week on random days/times. BL maintains a close communicative relationship with Dallas Police officers and with the Northeast Dispatch Station.
Standard Response Protocol
Bishop Lynch High School utilizes the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) from the “I Love U Guys” Foundation. The SRP is posted in every classroom and office. The protocol provides direction for Hold, Secure, Lockdown, Evacuate, and Shelter scenarios. Drills are regularly held throughout the school year.
Students, faculty and staff are issued photo ID badges to be worn on a lanyard around their neck.
Exterior doors remain locked. Access is only through the use of a coded identification card.
Bishop Lynch High School has developed a Crisis Management Plan that is reviewed on a quarterly basis by the BL Crisis Management Team for potential modifications and updates.
Partnerships with Security Experts
Bishop Lynch High School participates in regular security audits by the Department of Homeland Security.
Bishop Lynch High School consults with the director of security for the Diocese of Dallas.
Bishop Lynch High School has a good working relationship with the Dallas Police Department (DPD). The DPD SWAT team uses BL athletic facilities for their fitness testing.
If you have non-emergency concerns about a BL student’s physical or mental health, you may send an anonymous report to BL administration via BL CareLink.