Public Safety

Beyond Enforcement: The Evolving Role of School Resource Officers

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of School Safety Today, host Dr. Amy Grosso sits down with Dr. Penny Schultz, Assistant Director of School Safety and Security at Chesapeake Public Schools, to unpack the often-misunderstood role of School Resource Officers (SROs). The conversation highlights how effective SROs function not…

Safe Schools, Informed Staff: The Power of Seizure Training

In this episode of School Safety Today by Raptor Technologies, host Dr. Amy Grosso is joined by Allison Rone from Epilepsy Alliance Ohio and Tina Hegner from PublicSchoolWORKS to discuss the importance of epilepsy and seizure training for school staff. They explore how proper education, planning, and partnerships are vital to keeping students—and all…

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

Shaping Successful Citizens: Destroying the School-to-Prison Pipeline for Student Success

A police chief shares how restorative practices and mental health support can redirect students away from the criminal justice system

Approaching Safety and Regulatory Compliance with Intent and Purpose

Schools gain meaningful safety outcomes when compliance becomes part of their culture rather than just another box to check

School Safety Becomes Enhanced Through Effective Communication Systems

Reliable communication infrastructure becomes the backbone of coordinated emergency response on school campuses

Bullying, Suicide, and Society The Unseen Crisis in K-12 Education

School bullying claims more young lives than media attention suggests, revealing a systemic crisis that extends far beyond headline-grabbing cases

Understanding Threat Assessment

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

AI Revolution in School Safety: How Video Analytics Enhances Security and Peace of Mind

Advanced video analytics help under-resourced schools detect security threats faster and protect students more effectively

Implement Two-Way Radio Communication Systems for Schools: A Non-Negotiable for Unmatched Emergency Communication Efficiency

Schools that prioritize reliable communication channels during emergencies gain critical advantages in protecting their communities when seconds matter most

Improving Emergency Response for School Safety

Real-time data integration between schools and first responders can shave critical seconds off emergency response times

Can A.I. Keep Us Safe Everywhere

Educators weigh whether AI-powered gun detection can prevent tragedy while respecting privacy concerns in schools

Pt. 2: Proactive Student Wellbeing Through Early Intervention

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

The Dark Side of School Funding: Where Does the Money Really Go?

Strategic planning, not quick fixes, must guide how schools invest billions in security infrastructure

How School Security Bidding Falls Short

Legislators lack the expertise to properly evaluate security solutions, leaving schools vulnerable to inadequate protection

The Unspoken Traumas of Law Enforcement

Officers silently struggle with psychological wounds that agencies rarely acknowledge or address effectively

The Real Cost of a Capitol Fire Alarm Prank

A lawmaker's impulsive decision to trigger a fire alarm exposes dangerous gaps in Capitol security protocols and accountability measures

The HERO Program’s Perspective on the Evolution of School Safety

Experts argue that traditional safety drills fall short in preparing students for real-world threats, sparking debate over more effective communication strategi

Icom’s Game-Changing Solution Bridges School Communication Gaps

Schools struggling with fragmented communication systems discover a unified platform that enables instant emergency alerts and faster issue resolution across di