Welcome+to+Worcester+Academy+and+Its+Community

=Welcome to Worcester Academy and Its Community=

== Welcome to Worcester. It's a fascinating and exciting city of 176,000 people. You will want to explore the distinctiveness and diversity of its various communities. While Worcester has a great deal to offer, it also presents the challenges of a complex, modern, urban society. Being a member of the Worcester Academy community gives you the opportunity to experience the advantages of city life with the support of many resources.

While the Academy has taken measures to ensure a safe campus environment, it is important to keep in mind that a level of responsibility for crime prevention and personal safety also rests with each individual. Therefore, whether you are a long-time resident of the city or a newcomer to urban living, we encourage you to spend a few minutes reviewing the contents of this resource and its accompanying information on CampusConnect.

This publication contains tips on navigating the city while remaining safe and alert as well as information about the offices and services that provide protection. You will also find details on where to go for help in the event of an emergency and how to avoid threatening situations.

Ultimately, you will learn to understand the difference between discomfort and danger. As you learn, trust your instincts. We encourage you to call the police immediately whenever you sense that something is wrong—don't second-guess yourself. Using your street smarts is an important way to join the partnership between citizens and police. Together we can keep our neighborhood and our city safe to explore to the fullest.

The Academy would like to extend special thanks to the University of Chicago and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute for their assistance and willingness to share resources and content in the creation of this document.

Head of School**
 * Dexter Morse