HENRY COUNTY (WSLS 10) - Henry County Public School leaders are working to address concerns about kids' safety in the wake of the recent clown sightings in North Carolina.
There have been several reports of clowns trying to lure kids into wooded areas around Greensboro, North Carolina.
Although there have bee no reported sightings in Henry County, the school system sent out a list of safety tips on Thursday
Here is what the school district recommends:
• Know where your children are at all times. Make it a rule that your children must ask permission or check in with you before going anywhere. Give your children your work and cell phone numbers so they can reach you at all times.
• Point out safe places. Show your children safe places to play, safe roads and paths to take, and safe places to go if there's trouble.
• Teach children to trust their instincts. Explain that if they ever feel scared or uncomfortable, they should get away as fast as they can and tell an adult. Tell them that sometimes adults they know may make them feel uncomfortable, and they should still get away as fast as possible and tell another adult what happened. Reassure children that you will help them when they need it.
• Teach your children to be assertive. Make sure they know that it's okay to say no to an adult and to run away from adults in dangerous situations.
• Encourage your children to play with others. There's safety in numbers!
Anyone with concerns is also encouraged to contact the district using the "Let's Talk" system of the school system's website.