School Safety Training

National Human Trafficking Prevention Month

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of School Safety Today, host Dr. Amy Grosso speaks with Kelly Brickl, a trainer with SPEAK UP, in recognition of National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. During the conversation, Brickl shares data, real-world warning signs, and explains how age-appropriate, research-based prevention curricula can empower…

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

Being Prepared: The Role of School Crisis Teams

Effective crisis teams rely on trust and relationships built long before emergencies threaten student safety

SROs in Action: Balancing Safety, Education, and Mentorship

School resource officers navigate the complex intersection of law enforcement, student guidance, and crisis prevention in today's educational environments

Safe Return: How Schools Can Prepare for a Back-to-School, Part 2

A school district leader reveals the multifaceted strategies required to protect students beyond active threats

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

Strength in Unity: Enhancing School Safety Through Law Enforcement Collaboration

When school districts and law enforcement prioritize relationship-building, they uncover critical gaps that transform safety protocols

Protecting Youth: What’s on the Horizon for The “I Love U Guys” Foundation

New leadership at a school safety nonprofit reveals ambitious plans to train teachers and students in life-saving protocols

Proactive School Safety: Leveraging the Summer Months

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

Continuous Improvement in Threat Assessment Practices

Schools that prioritize ongoing evaluation and refinement of threat assessment practices can better identify and prevent potential violence before it escalates

School Violence Prevention and Response

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

Enhancing Law Enforcement Training for K-12 Security Incidents

Schools need integrated safety strategies that go far beyond technology to truly protect students and staff

National Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Schools are uniquely positioned to identify at-risk youth and connect them with critical support resources before exploitation occurs

The Defensive Line & Student Suicide Prevention

One organization transforms defensive strategies into a comprehensive approach that's saving young lives from the nation's second leading cause of death

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

Secure Schools Begin with Empowered & Trained Staff

Staff training and preparedness emerge as the most critical defense against school security threats, outweighing expensive equipment investments

The Financial Puzzle of SRO Staffing and Training

Schools face mounting budget pressures while balancing the critical need for armed security personnel and comprehensive training programs

Strategies for Students and Educators to Confront Bullying

Educators need specialized training in emotional intelligence to effectively address bullying rather than simply punishing the behavior

Strengthening School Safety: Empowering Substitute Teachers for Emergencies

Temporary classroom staff often face life-or-death situations with little to no emergency training, leaving schools dangerously unprepared

Enhancing School Communication & Reunification

When crisis strikes a school, a shared language between staff, students, and first responders can mean the difference between chaos and coordinated safety