The sheriff’s office has designated a school resource officer to safeguard the rural schools in Osage County. This dedicated deputy regularly visits the schools in the county that lack a local police presence, ensuring their safety and providing necessary law enforcement assistance. Moreover, the deputy actively participates in school programs and functions, fostering a positive relationship between law enforcement and the students. Through these efforts, the children learn that law enforcement personnel are not solely focused on making arrests, but are also here to offer support and assistance.