School Resource Officers

Overland Park school resource officers are sworn members of the police department who serve in middle and high schools in the city.

They work in conjunction with school adminitration, security staff, and teachers to ensure a safe learning environment for everyone.

School resource officers have additional duties such as teaching, counseling, and safety plan development. They foster positive relationships with students while serving as a resource by giving presentations on alcohol and drug abuse and a variety of other related topics.