Phone number: 301-334-8881 EXT: 2332

Deputy Sanders has worked at the Garrett County Sheriff’s Office since 2004. He was assigned as an SRO for the last 6 years to Southern Middle and Broadford Elementary. He teaches the WINNERS class to all 6th grade students at Southern Middle. The WINNERS Class educates students about the affects of drugs (including tobacco, vaping and alcohol) , violence, social media, and self-esteem. In addition, Deputy Sanders teaches 4th grade students about gun safety, tobacco, and vaping. At teacher request, he will step in and teach classes on anything law related, and will assist school administration with anything safety related in an attempt to steer students to make better decisions about their behavior.

 

 

Mrs. Rhodes and Mrs. Hedrick's classes are studying Community Helpers. Deputy Sanders was invited to come in and talk to the students about his role as our School Resource Officer. He gave tips on safety and assured students his main priority is to help keep them safe. Students were also given the opportunity to ask questions.