Equip Your Child with The Home Alone Program: Safety Skills for 5th & 6th Graders
Orange Youth Services, in conjunction with the Orange Fire Department and Orange Student Resource Officers, is offering a valuable program designed to equip 5th and 6th-grade students with essential skills for staying home alone safely. The Home Alone Program is a class focused on building confidence and responsibility in young students while providing peace of mind for parents and guardians.
This informative class will cover crucial topics to ensure your child's safety and well-being when they are home alone. The course materials include lessons on:
- Fire and personal safety: Teaching children how to identify potential hazards and react appropriately in emergency situations.
- Visitors: Providing guidelines on how to handle unexpected visitors and maintain home security.
- Student responsibilities: Emphasizing the importance of following rules and routines while home alone.
- The do's and don'ts of being home by yourself: Offering practical advice and clear expectations for independent time at home.
Multiple sessions are available at different locations:
- Peck Place: May 7, 2025, from 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM at the Peck Place Media Center
- Turkey Hill: May 9, 2025, from 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM at the Turkey Hill Media Center
- Race Brook: May 12, 2025, from 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM at the Race Brook Media Center
This valuable community program is offered at no cost!
Important Note for Parents/Guardians: Please ensure you arrange for the prompt pickup of your child(ren) from their school immediately following the course at 4:15 PM.
You can also secure your child's spot in this important program by scanning the QR code on the flyer above. Give your child the skills and knowledge they need to feel safe and responsible when home alone.
For any questions or further information, please contact Chantelle Bunnell, Orange Youth Services Coordinator, at cbunnell@orange-ct.gov. Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your child's safety and independence!
