Student Health

Nightingales Summit: Empowering the Next Generation of Nigerian Nurses

In this episode of Care Anywhere, host Lea Sims sits down with Nigerian nurse entrepreneur and advocate Obafemi Arowosegbe to discuss leadership, mentorship, and the future of nursing in Africa. While still a nursing student, Obafemi founded the Nightingale Summit, a growing conference designed to empower nursing students and early-career nurses with leadership skills,…

The Hidden Factor Shaping Student Success: Classroom Air Quality

By Dan Walsh, VP & GM at AAA Home Services, and Christine Willing, CEO of Think Happy Live Healthy. Why Air Quality Matters in Schools When we think about improving schools, conversations often center on curriculum, technology, or staffing. But there’s a silent, invisible factor that profoundly influences student health, behavior, and learning outcomes: the…

Connecting in Crisis: How Schools and Crisis Text Line Support Student Wellbeing

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of School Safety Today, Dr. Amy Grosso speaks with Jana French of Crisis Text Line about the essential role the organization plays in supporting mental health, especially among students during the back-to-school season. They explore how Crisis Text Line empowers individuals to define…

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…

Restoring Safety: A Holistic Approach to Threat Assessment

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of School Safety Today by Raptor Technologies, host Dr. Amy Grosso speaks with Ray Fuller about how threat assessment can be deeply rooted in empathy, structure, and restorative practices. Fuller shares his journey from educator to districtwide safety leader, offering a look into…

A Skills-First Model Without Student Debt: How MedCerts Is Tackling the Healthcare Staffing Crisis With Tech-Driven Training

A growing healthcare staffing crisis is forcing institutions to rethink how the next generation of clinical talent is trained. A study by Mercer and Lightcast, cited by the American Hospital Association, projects that the U.S. could be short of as many as 100,000 critical healthcare workers by 2028. This urgent gap is pushing innovators to…

Mentorship Mindset Proves More Effective Than Tech in Boosting Student Motivation

Human relationships and belief in student potential drive engagement far more than innovative platforms or tools

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

The Role of Trusted Adults in Student Resilience and Wellbeing

Consistent relationships with caring adults create the foundation for students to overcome adversity and thrive

How the Use of K9’s Can Change the Culture & Climate on Campuses

Specially trained canine teams are reshaping how institutions balance security concerns with student and staff mental health support

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

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

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

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

The Anticipation of Record Heat Must be the Concern of Educational Institutions and the Safety of their Student Athletes

Rising global temperatures are forcing universities to rethink how they protect student athletes from heat-related health risks

Self-Injury Awareness Month

Understanding self-injury's warning signs helps school leaders provide earlier support to struggling students

Pt. 2: Proactive Student Wellbeing Through Early Intervention

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

Empowering Futures: How FoodCorps is Revolutionizing Education and Community Well-being through Food

Co-CEOs reveal how integrating food education into classrooms unlocks student health, academic performance, and lasting community impact

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

Bridging Purpose with Education: A Novel Approach to Student Fulfillment Post-High School

Schools are reimagining how students transition to adulthood by prioritizing purpose and meaning alongside traditional academics

Strengthening School-Parent Partnerships for Enhanced Safety

Parents emerge as critical safety advocates when schools create structured channels for meaningful collaboration

School-Based Clinics Are Revolutionizing Healthcare on Campuses, Providing Wider Access to Health Services

Most schools lack mental health services, leaving students without critical support when they need it most

Student Health and Well-being in a DisruptED Classroom

Poverty's hidden toll on early childhood development demands urgent action from schools and communities

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