# Proactive School Safety: Leveraging the Summer Months

By theresa.sullivan · Published 2024-06-11 · Updated 2026-05-19 · Education Technology on MarketScale
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Creator hub: Raptor Technologies

> Schools can use summer downtime to build stronger safety foundations before students return to campus

## Key points

- Summer is an ideal time to align school safety priorities with district goals through small, manageable steps
- Effective school safety requires collaboration across departments and with city and county agencies
- Ongoing staff training and engagement helps embed safety into overall school climate

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In today's episode of [School Safety Today](https://marketscale.com/shows/raptor-technologies/) by [Raptor Technologies](https://raptortech.com/), join host [Dr. Amy Grosso](https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybigbeegrosso/) as she sits down with [**Dr. Allison Willemin**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-allison-willemin-36697a77/), Executive Director of School Safety, Operational Technology, and Student Services at [**Oxford Community Schools, Michigan**](https://www.oxfordschools.org/). 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 

### About the Guest

 **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.

Tags: Dr. Allison Willeman, Dr. Amy Grosso, Michigan, Oxford Community Schools, Proactive Safety Measures, Proactive School Safety, Raptor Technologies, School Safety Summer Preparation

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