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Unannounced Active Shooter Drill at Arizona High School Sparks Community Debate, Snowflake High School, school safety

Unannounced Active Shooter Drill at Arizona High School Sparks Community Debate

The unannounced, realistic active shooter drill at Snowflake High School was supported by some parents but condemned by…

News April 7
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Security Planning for Graduation Ceremonies

Implementing rigorous security measures, leveraging technology, and fostering collaboration can help ensure graduation ceremonies remain memorable while prioritizing…

Insights March 12
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Spotlight on 2025 Campus Safety Director of the Year Finalist Christopher Chute

Check out some of this Director of the Year finalist’s top accomplishments, as well as a photo gallery…

Awards February 13
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4 Ways to Modernize School Emergency Response Plans

From tech upgrades to regular training, it’s time for school districts to bring emergency planning up-to-date.

Insights January 27
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Using Scenario-Based Training to Develop and Maintain School Emergency Operational Capacity, teacher training, administration, Guy Bliesner

Using Scenario-Based Teacher Training to Develop and Maintain School Emergency Response Capacity

Here’s how your campus can make the most of limited opportunities to provide emergency response training to teachers…

Insights January 13
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Preparing Your College Campus for the 2025 U.S. Presidential Inauguration

Planning for the 2025 inauguration should include developing crisis communication plans, traditional and non-traditional partnerships, and agreements.

Insights January 8
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What Trauma-Free School Safety Training Should Look Like

While high-stress, trauma-based training is effective for military and law enforcement, it is not appropriate for school staff.

Insights December 9
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New Survey Reveals How Calif. Students Feel About Active Shooter Drills

Eighty percent of respondents said current active shooter drills fail to prepare students for a real emergency and…

News October 31
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Michigan to Pay $13 Million Settlement Over Botched Children’s Hospital Active Shooter Drill, Hawthorn Center, MDHHS

Michigan to Pay $13 Million Settlement Over Botched Children’s Hospital Active Shooter Drill

MDHHS’ class action settlement was the result of an unannounced 2022 active shooter drill held at a state-run…

News October 17
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