SROs are carefully selected, specifically trained, sworn law enforcement officers assigned by the IOW Sheriff's Office to work with our schools to bridge gaps between law enforcement and youth and to keep schools safe. SROs serve as informal mentors or counselors, law educators and law enforcement officers to support the students and communities they serve. They are valuable and essential members of the education community who deserve unwavering respect and support from the public in the pursuit of keeping schools and students safe.