Yuba County Office of Education staff poses with the new two-way radios. Photo courtesy of the Yuba County Office of Education

YUBA COUNTY, CA (MPG) - The Yuba County Office of Education (YCOE) is starting the school year with new safety enhancements made possible with a grant from Yuba Water Agency. Using a $32,416.75 grant awarded last year by Yuba Water, the Yuba County Office of Education purchased 72 high-quality, two-way radios to enhance emergency communication capabilities across three key educational sites: Virginia School, Yuba County Career Preparatory Charter and the Yuba County One Stop.

“We are incredibly grateful for Yuba Water’s commitment to the safety and well-being of our students and staff,” said Superintendent Rob Gregor. “This investment in our emergency communication infrastructure is an investment in the future of our community. It brings peace of mind to educators and families alike, knowing that we are better equipped to respond swiftly and effectively in the event of an emergency.”

Last year, the Yuba County Office of Education had the opportunity to participate in an emergency flood response simulation with Yuba Water and other agencies in Yuba County. The exercise underscored the critical importance of immediate and effective communication during a crisis, which led to the Yuba County Office of Education seeking the grant from Yuba Water. With the addition of the new radios, the Yuba County Office of Education’s site safety teams are now better equipped to maintain communication even under challenging circumstances, ensuring that staff have the necessary tools to protect and care for students during an emergency.

For more information, please contact Amy Nore, Community Engagement & Emergency Response Administrator at (530) 370-1980.

 Three educational sites received 72 two-way radios as a way to improve emergency communication. Photo courtesy of the Yuba County Office of Education