State Accredited Agency

School Resource Officers

IN 1999 THE MARYSVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND THE MARYSVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT STARTED A JOINT PROGRAM WHICH IS KNOWN AS THE

"SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER PROGRAM"

The Marysville Police Department assigns a full-time officer to Marysville Junior High School. SRO's serve as a liaison between the Police Department, the School district and the Citizens of Marysville, Washington. The SRO's first duty is that of a sworn police officer, investigating crimes and activities associated with criminal behavior. SRO's are not "campus police," but rather "police on campus" who promote a positive image through interaction with students, parents, teachers and administrators. The intent of the SRO program is to establish a positive problem-solving partnership by working very closely with school officials, students and citizens.

The primary responsibility of the SRO is to deal with all law enforcement problems that arise within the school or the school's jurisdiction. The SRO investigates crimes and makes arrests when appropriate.

The primary consideration for the SRO is to promote a safe environment in the school, and surrounding neighborhoods. The SRO also functions as a guest speaker as well as a teacher in the classroom, covering such issues as drug abuse, laws, and other related topics.

The SRO program is currently only in Marysville Jr. High. It's the hope of the Marysville Police Department and Marysville School District that we will be able to expand this program into Cedarcrest Jr. High as well.

Links to other Agencies

NASRO-National Association of School Resource Officers

Marysville School District