St. Mary’s County Sheriff Deputy Artina Alvey has been named School Resource Officer of the Year by the St. Mary’s County Board of Education. The award recognizes Deputy Alvey’s outstanding community service and dedication to keeping students safe.
St. Mary’s County Sheriff Deputy Artina Alvey has been named School Resource Officer of the Year by the St. Mary’s County Board of Education. The award recognizes Deputy Alvey’s outstanding community service and dedication to keeping students safe.
Deputy Alvey has been a School Resource Officer for several years and has worked closely with students, parents, and school administrators to promote safety and security in St. Mary’s County schools. She has been praised for her professionalism, commitment to well-being, and ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
Recognizing the Importance of School Resource Officers
The award comes when School Resource Officers are playing an increasingly important role in schools across the country. School Resource Officers are trained law enforcement officers who work in schools to promote safety and security, prevent crime, and build positive relationships with students.
The role of School Resource Officers has become more critical in recent years as schools have faced an increasing number of security threats. School Resource Officers have been credited with preventing school shootings, responding to emergencies, and providing valuable support to students and staff.
The St. Mary’s County Board of Education’s decision to recognize Deputy Alvey as School Resource Officer of the Year highlights the importance of this role and the dedication of law enforcement officers who work in schools. The award serves as a reminder of the vital role that School Resource Officers play in promoting safety and security in schools and building positive relationships with students and staff.
