The purpose of the School Resource Officer (SRO) is to enhance the overall image of the Police Department and the school district through formal and informal contact with students. This program helps to create and encourage desirable behavior on the part of the youth of this community. It helps to promote a safe environment in and around the schools of this district to exchange wholesome communications and ideas between students, parents, faculty and police officers. The ultimate goal is crime prevention, good citizenship and healthy relationships between all parties.