An introduction to the National Association of School Resource Officer (NASRO) Program Recommendations sets the stage for an opportunity to understand the critical necessity of a well-constructed memorandum of understanding (MOU). These national recommendations provide the respective agency chief, sheriff, and school district leaders sound training principles, personnel qualification requirements, and examples of accepted industry recommendations. These recommendations support informed decision-making, resource allocation, controlled program costs, and fosters a community’s understanding and support of the School Resource Officer working to protect students, faculty, and the school community.