Early Intervention

Building Safer Schools Through Restorative Practices

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of Principals of Change, host Dr. Amy Grosso sits down with D’Jon Pitchford, Assistant Principal at Kelly Lane Middle School in Pflugerville ISD, to explore what school safety really means. Pitchford reframes safety as more than physical security—emphasizing trust, restorative practices, campus culture,…

Breaking Down the New National Behavioral Threat Assessment Report

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of School Safety Today, host Dr. Amy Grosso interviews guest expert Will Durgin to discuss the newly released Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management (BTAM) Report from the National Threat Assessment Center and Homeland Security. They explore how this report differs from previous NTAC…

Addressing Bullying Through Prevention and Connection

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of School Safety Today, Dr. Amy Grosso speaks with Dr. Melissa Mariani to explore school bullying prevention strategies, highlighting whole-school approaches, early intervention, and the power of positive climate in creating safer learning environments. KEY POINTS: Bullying erodes both physical and emotional safety,…

Empowering Voices: The Role of Anonymous Reporting in Education

When students can report safety concerns without fear, schools unlock crucial information that protects entire communities

Learning from Averted School Violence to Prevent Tragedies

Analyzing near-miss incidents reveals prevention patterns that can transform how schools protect students

Building Hope: Vogel’s Journey with Homeless Families

A Dallas nonprofit reveals how addressing trauma first transforms outcomes for children experiencing homelessness

School Violence Prevention and Response

Schools can detect warning signs early through vigilant communication, behavioral awareness, and community participation in prevention efforts

Understanding Threat Assessment

School leaders reveal how behavioral analysis transforms safety protocols and protects students from potential threats

Empowering Youth to Recognize and Prevent Teen Dating Violence: A Guide for Safe Relationships on School Safety Today

School leaders are learning how to identify warning signs of unhealthy teen relationships and intervene before abuse escalates

Pt. 2: Proactive Student Wellbeing Through Early Intervention

Schools that identify struggling students early create safer, more supportive learning environments for everyone

Pt. 1 Proactive Student Well-being Through Early Intervention

Schools can stop crises before they start by identifying at-risk students early through coordinated intervention efforts

Crunching Numbers: Funding the Texas House Bill 3 Mandate Amidst School Budget Strain

School districts face mounting fiscal pressure as new safety mandates clash with already stretched education budgets

Early Intervention: Addressing Rising Behavior Issues in Schools

Experts debate whether arming teachers addresses root causes of behavioral escalation in schools or if prevention strategies offer better solutions