Fire Drill Incident and Consequences

Aug 18, 2024

Notes on Fire Drill and Incident at School

Fire Drill Announcement

  • The class was informed of a fire drill to practice safety in case of a real fire.
  • Students were instructed to exit through the fire emergency door in an orderly fashion.

Student Conversation During Drill

  • Dora and K discuss missing math class for the drill.
  • They have a science exam later, which Dora forgot about.
  • Dora considers skipping the exam as she hasn't studied.

Post-Drill Classroom Instructions

  • Students return to class after the drill.
  • They are reminded of the science test scheduled after recess.
  • Dora seems worried about the test and considers avoiding it.

Security Camera Issue

  • Ken, the janitor, is asked to check on the school’s non-functional security cameras.

Dora's Plan to Avoid the Test

  • Dora contemplates causing a fake emergency by pulling the fire alarm.
  • She creates a small fire to authenticate the emergency.

Discovery of the Fire

  • A fire is reported on the top floor.
  • Emergency protocols are followed, and the school is evacuated.

GNN News Report

  • GNN reports live from the school, covering the evacuation due to the fire.
  • It is later revealed that the fire was a hoax.

Dora's Confession and Consequences

  • Dora confesses to creating the fake fire emergency.
  • She did it to avoid the science test which was postponed anyway.
  • Dora apologizes to Ken, who nearly got blamed.
  • Dora faces suspension and is grounded for her actions.

Lessons and Reflections

  • Importance of being prepared for assessments.
  • Understanding the gravity of faking emergencies and its legal implications.
  • Importance of responsibility and communication in school settings.