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Proactive School Safety: Leveraging the Summer Months

In this episode of School Safety Today, host Dr. Amy Grosso speaks with Dr. Allison Willemin of Oxford Community Schools about how schools can use summer months to strengthen safety foundations before students return. They discuss aligning safety priorities with district goals, cross-department collaboration, and continuous staff training as key strategies for proactive school safety planning.

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Key takeaways

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Summer is an ideal time to align school safety priorities with district goals through small, manageable steps

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Effective school safety requires collaboration across departments and with city and county agencies

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Ongoing staff training and engagement helps embed safety into overall school climate

In today's episode of School Safety Today by Raptor Technologies, join host Dr. Amy Grosso as she sits down with Dr. Allison Willemin, Executive Director of School Safety, Operational Technology, and Student Services at Oxford Community Schools, Michigan. Together, they delve into the crucial topic of school safety during the summer months, focusing on practical strategies for preparing for the new school year.

KEY POINTS:

  • The importance of aligning priorities with district goals while focusing on manageable small steps
  • The need for collaboration across different departments, as well as city and county agencies
  • Continuous training and engagement with staff allow for school safety to be part of the school climate
  • Go-to places for school safety resources. Where to start, websites, organizations, and associations

Dr. Allison Willemin earned her Doctor of Education in Professional Leadership, Inquiry, and Transformation from Concordia University. She also holds a Master of School Administration from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Oakland University. Dr. Willemin has dedicated her career to children's education and remains a lifelong learner. Her extensive experience spans various roles within school districts in North Carolina and Texas, and she currently serves as the Executive Director of School Safety, Operational Technology, and Student Services at Oxford Community Schools in Michigan. She holds numerous certifications across multiple educational disciplines.

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Dr. Amy Grosso

Host, School Safety Today

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Dr. Amy Grosso serves as host of the School Safety Today podcast by Raptor Technologies. She is an experienced educator and school safety advocate who facilitates conversations on K-12 safety strategies and best practices.

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Dr. Allison Willemin

Executive Director of School Safety, Operational Technology, and Student Services

Oxford Community Schools

Dr. Allison Willemin holds a Doctor of Education in Professional Leadership, Inquiry, and Transformation from Concordia University. She has extensive experience across school districts in North Carolina, Texas, and Michigan, and currently leads school safety and student services at Oxford Community Schools. She holds numerous certifications across multiple educational disciplines.

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