Following the tragic Feb. 14 school shooting in Parkland, Florida, Hays County and local school districts assure parents and students there are safety protocols in place in the instance of an emergency situation.

According to a county press release, Hays County officials instituted a School Safety Protocol (SSP) program in 2013 that’s been adopted by every school, both public and private, and at many government offices.

Kharley Smith, Hays County director of emergency services, said in a s...