Barrington Public Schools is formalizing a School Resource Officer (SRO) policy that establishes two SRO positions in partnership with the Barrington Police Department, including a year‑round officer whose full cost will be reimbursed by the school department. The policy specifies that beginning July 1, 2026, a permanent SRO will be stationed at Barrington Middle School with responsibilities extending to all elementary schools, and outlines a detailed list of mandatory pre‑service, first‑year, and ongoing training requirements from NASRO, NCPI, COPS, and GTA. This indicates an expanding, structured school safety program that will require recurring training slots, potential travel, and possibly supplemental safety planning, reunification, and behavioral threat assessment support. Vendors providing school safety consulting, SRO training, reunification planning, mental health and de‑escalation training, or related curriculum and simulation tools could engage now as the Superintendent and Police Chief define continuing education and seek "similar courses" to those listed.

Document is labeled "Third Read / Redline 2.5.26" indicating policy text under active review; exact ...