Wake County school resource officers will be exploring different ways to improve school safety ahead of the start of the traditional calendar year. School is back in session for traditional students in Wake County on Aug. 24. This new procedure is designed to ensure law enforcement and school staff are using the same language during emergencies. Wake students feel safe, but want improvementsA new survey showed most Wake County students feel safe in school but found several things schools can do to ensure their safety. Wake County surveyed students as it continues to implement different safety measures in schools and weigh future options.