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School Resource Officers Program

The mission of the School Resource Officer Program is to focus on the prevention of juvenile delinquency through frequent contacts with students and through programs specifically developed to respond to those factors and conditions, which give rise to delinquency.

The program also provides for recognition of pre-delinquent behavior in students and for their referral to the appropriate agency or school personnel for assistance when it becomes apparent that these pre-delinquent students have social, economic, or psychological problems which might result in dependency, delinquency, or violent behavior.

Furthermore, the primary functions of the School Resource Officer (SRO) Division are to:
  • Provide educational information both in and out of the classroom on various topics, such as drug and alcohol abuse, traffic safety, suicide prevention, law enforcement as a career, family violence, child abuse, and other topics critical to youth in the community.
  • Recognize and reduce delinquency-producing influences on youth at school.

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  • Counsel with students, parents, and school staff to resolve problems or misunderstandings in order to reduce the possibility of criminal activity and violence at school.


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  • Identify pre-delinquent behavior in juveni8les and provide resources for professional assistance.


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  • Create within juveniles a greater respect for law enforcement and a better understanding of the law enforcement role.


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  • Educate parents, youth, and school personnel to the law enforcement role and its impact on the school.


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  • Serve as a liaison between the Tupelo Police Department and the Tupelo Public School District.


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  • Participates in school functions such as athletic events, dances, PTA, PTO programs, and any other sponsored activity when the principal and SRO consider attendance is advantageous.


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  • Report and investigate crimes committed in and on Tupelo Public School property.


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  • Works with School Security within the Tupelo Public School District, as a security advisor.


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  • Promotes the SRO Program through lectures and presentations to the school and community.


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  • Coordinate emergency response, planning, and training.

SRO FAQ:
Q How many schools are involved with the SRO program?
A All schools within the Tupelo Public School District receive assistance from the SRO Program.

Q I believe my child may be having some problems with other kids at school, who do I call for help?
A Contact Lt. Terry Sanford at 841-6546 or 840-0852

Q My child is interested in the Junior Police Academy, who do I call for information?
A Contact Lt. Terry Sanford at 841-6546 or 840-0852 for details.