Here is a "Stranger Danger" alert sent out from Humble ISD about a recent incident near Humble Elementary School.
"We want to inform you of a Stranger-Danger incident that a parent reported to us. Yesterday (11/28) after school dismissal, a 5th grader was approached on Ashwood Drive near Ramblewood Drive as he walked home from the bus stop. A man working on a neighbor's driveway approached the student and asked him if he wanted candy. The boy did not respond and felt uneasy, so he kept walking. The man handed him the candy and the boy walked all the way home. The man did not attempt to follow him.
The incident was reported to Humble ISD Police. Officers will patrol the area near our school at dismissal today and tomorrow.
This is a good opportunity to review the following safety tips...
- Walk to and from school in groups.
- If anything unusual occurs, tell an adult immediately. Time can be critical.
- Never talk to strangers or accept rides from them, even if you are stranded. Call a trusted adult for transportation.
- Be proactive: tour the neighborhood to identify safe and dangerous circumstances and places. Arrange for immediate access to neighbors or other trusted adults who could be contacted in an emergency.
- Don't panic. If you are afraid or have a problem, call a parent or a trusted adult.
- Never tell people at your door, phone callers, or online that you are home alone.
- Keep your house key hidden. Don't give it to anyone and don't keep it in a visible place that would tell people you are going home to an empty house.
- Never get into a car, enter a home, look for a lost pet or person, or accept food or items from an adult, unless your parents know what you are doing or have identified that person as a trusted emergency contact.
- ​​​​​​​Tell a trusted adult (parent, teacher or counselor) if anyone ever makes you feel uncomfortable.
Please continue to encourage your children to report any concerns to our school staff, Humble ISD Police (281-641-7900) or through the Humble ISD iHelp app. By working in partnership, we keep our school safe and students focused on learning.
Thank you for discussing these important points with your child.
Stacy Trost,
Principal"
For a look at all "Stranger Danger" incidents reported from Humble ISD this school year, visit
www.humbleisd.net/Pa ge/81305