Podcasts about Safe schools

In this special episode of Elevate Education, we discuss school safety with two of Jeffco Public Schools' top leaders: Chief Human Resources Officer Amanda Pierorazio and Executive Director of School Safety Jeff Pierson. Join Superintendent Tracy Dorland and her guests as they share the district's multi-layered approach to keeping students and staff safe, from proactive security measures to emergency preparedness and community partnerships. Learn about the role of Jeffco's 145-member safety and security team, the importance of fostering a culture of psychological safety, and how rigorous hiring and training practices ensure that only the best educators and staff work with students. Resources from Episode: Policy on Staff Conduct Regulation on Staff Conduct Safe2Tell

Today is World Epilepsy Day and one TD is taking the opportunity to urge people to familiarise themselves with advice around seizures. The Dail's youngest politician has also said that his epilepsy diagnosis is not going to prevent him from carrying out his duties as an elected representative. Eoghan Kenny is a Labour TD for Cork North Central

Greetings from Chino Valley Cougar Country! We trust your new year has gotten off to a wonderful and healthy start! A new year often brings the idea that we should be starting new things, creating new habits, and resolving to do…something! In Chino Valley Unified School District, our resolution is that we effectively communicate with you about our brand…meaning, “What comes to mind when you hear ‘Chino Valley Schools'?” As you heard in the late summer issue, the three most important things about our brand are: Safe Schools. Together mindset. Prepared Students. Simply, Safe.Together.Prepared. Those are the things we want... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/chino-valley-superintendent-daniels-gives-new-year-welcome/Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a textIn this episode of the Crisis in Education podcast, Dr. Paulie sits down with Dr. Skip Wilhoit to dive into a critical yet often overlooked aspect of educational success—measuring and incorporating school climate into the overall school grade. Together, they explore why a supportive, positive climate is essential for both students and educators, the ways in which it impacts academic outcomes, and how school climate metrics can—and should—be integrated into accountability systems. With a blend of candid insights and data-driven discussion, Dr. Paulie and Dr. Wilhoit make the case for why shifting the focus beyond academic scores and towards climate measurement can transform schools into healthier, more effective learning environments. This episode is a must-listen for educators, policymakers, and anyone passionate about meaningful change in education. About Dr. WhilhoitDr. Skip Wilhoit is an experienced educator and administrator specializing in school safety, student intervention, and behavioral management. He has served as the Safe Schools, Dropout Prevention, and Student Intervention Specialist for the School District of Manatee County in Florida. His work in the district includes initiatives focused on bullying prevention and character education, aiming to foster a positive and safe learning environment for students. Dr. Wilhoit has also been involved in securing significant funding for educational programs. He was awarded a $2.7 million grant to benefit his K-12 school district, reflecting his commitment to enhancing educational outcomes and addressing behavioral issues within schools. 

October 20-26, 2024 is America's Safe Schools Week. This is a time where we highlight the extensive system of adults, structural elements, educational efforts, and protocols at HSD that work together to ensure our students, staff, and schools are as safe as possible.  One thing to highlight is the significant work that was done through our 2017 capital construction bond to bring every building to a consistent level of safety. Thanks to the investment of approximately $21.6 million in security infrastructure across the district, each campus now has a customized system that fits its individual needs and balances security requirements with the building's unique workflow and learning environment.  The bond projects included: physical infrastructure, such as fencing and gates, secure entry vestibules, and window security film; security trio systems, including access control, intrusion alarms, and security cameras; and communication systems. These structural assets are complemented and strengthened by our human assets - agency partnerships, responsible behavior, and community vigilance.  Learn more about all of the other ways we work to ensure safety, such as bullying prevention, threat assessments, partnerships with law enforcement, and much more, by visiting hsd.k12.or.us/keepingstudentssafe.  Our featured activity is our first-ever Hispanic Heritage Month Event, which was held on Tuesday, October 15, at South Meadows Middle School. The event drew approximately 125 attendees, and was filled with cultural activities, such as an interactive historical timeline and tissue paper flower-making, as well as performances by Unidos en Ritmo from Hilhi and Glencoe High School's Ballet Folklórico. Delicious food was provided by local favorites Los Girasoles, Rosas' Churros, and La Loteria. One highlight of the evening was La Danza de los Viejitos, a folkloric traditional dance from Michoacan, Mexico, that celebrates the wisdom of the elder community with a touch of humor and resistance. Resource tables offered valuable information for families, while festive decorations and treats added to the vibrant atmosphere. The night concluded with a raffle, book giveaways, and community togetherness that left everyone excited for the event's future growth. Hot News is produced and emailed to HSD families and staff each week school is in session. Please add the address to your “safe sender” list to make sure you always receive the latest issue. Please also bookmark our district website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hsd.k12.or.us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay informed about what's happening in our district and schools.

With the goal to “increase the capacity of LGBTQ youth and students, educational staff, and families to create school environments”, GSAFE imagines a world free of oppression based on gender […] The post Safe Schools, Safe Communities, 2024 appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

Safety is a focus in Avondale ESD and the district is hosting a series of collaborative learning opportunities focused around school and community safety. Hear from Robert Vernier, Vice President of the Avondale Elementary School District Governing Board, to learn more about this parent series called Collaborating to Protect and Connect: Empowering Parents to Ensure Safe Schools and Communities.

The beginning of this school years was "a rough couple of weeks," said John Calvert, the director of the Kansas Department of Education's Safe and Secure Schools Unit. School shooting responders must learn from mistakes of the past, he said.

Keith Cutter interviews Patti Wood, Executive Director of Grass Roots Environmental Education.  We discuss the BabySafe program which teaches pregnant moms how to easily maintain a safer environment for baby's development, the Safe Schools program, a resource to help schools to easily develop and maintain a safer environment in classrooms and Americans for Safe Technology.Support the showSupport this podcast here: https://www.emfremedy.com/donate/Keith Cutter is President of EMF Remedy LLChttps://www.emfremedy.com/YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp8jc5qb0kzFhMs4vtgmNlgKeith's SubstackThe EMF Remedy Podcast is a production of EMF Remedy LLCHelping you helping you reduce exposure to harmful man-made electromagnetic radiation in your home.

Show Notes: In this community partnership episode, we dive into the topic of school safety and gain important insights from Louisiana Center for Safe Schools Director, Trevis Thompson. Trevis explores the strategies, practices and programs that support school communities and their safety partners. Learn how communities can use these programs to ensure every student has the opportunity to learn and grow in a secure setting. Then in our Mental Health Moment we discuss tips for supporting the unique ways each person grieves and then, honor donor hero Kimberly Hawkins.

Sign up for the Solution Focused Schools Conference https://solutionfocusedschool.com/conference-24   In this episode, we take a moment to share all the facts about the upcoming conference that you can be a part of! Dr. Linda Metcalf is teaching, and her trainings are incredible.  Don't hesitate to get your ticket so you can join me.    Start your free Solution-Focused  3-day training here: https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/leadwithhopechallenge    Instagram: Cher Kretz The Focused Mindset Podcast https://www.instagram.com/cherkretz_thefocusedmindset/ TikTok: @Cher Kretz The Focused Mindset https://www.tiktok.com/@cherkretz?lang=en Tip Jar:  Your generous support helps me create more free resources and keep this podcast going strong. Thank you. https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/products/tips-4-cher      

As we recognize Pride month, Nicholette sits down with therapist Melanie Falls to explore a range of valuable resources for the LGBTQ+ community. Listeners will gain insights into various local, state, and national organizations offering support, from legal aid and crisis hotlines to healthcare and educational programs. This episode also covers healthcare resources, emphasizing the importance of finding LGBTQ+ affirming providers and navigating the complexities of healthcare laws. Additionally, Melanie discusses the critical role of allies and the numerous ways they can support the LGBTQ+ community through various programs and initiatives. National Resources: Human Rights Campaign (HRC): Offers educational programs like Safe Schools and support for LGBTQ+ students on HBCU campuses. The Trevor Project: Provides a 24/7 crisis hotline for LGBTQ+ youth and advocates for suicide prevention and crisis intervention. GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian, Straight Educational Network): Works in every state to educate the public on LGBTQ+ issues. Equality Federation: Coordinates with state-level equality organizations to enhance advocacy and support efforts nationwide. Support for Families and Allies: PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays): Offers support and resources for families and friends of LGBTQ+ individuals, helping them understand and support their loved ones. Learn more about the LGBTQIA+ Community and Mental Health Learn more about LifeStance Health: https://lifestance.com Follow LifeStance Health:  Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok

School safety is a crucial topic that requires our constant attention to enable proactive measures against violence. In this episode, we welcome back Kim Root, Manager of the Office of School Safety, to discuss the current state of school safety and the valuable resources her department provides to school districts.

Desensitized Episode 33 Join us for an insightful interview with Becky Brady, an architect specializing in creating safe and engaging school learning environments. In this video, Becky shares her journey into architecture, inspired by a childhood love for building and understanding how things work. She explains her design philosophy, emphasizing the importance of integrating safety into school designs without making them feel like prisons. Becky discusses the significance of understanding the unique needs and values of the community to create schools that feel like home. She highlights her firm's proactive approach, incorporating safety into the design process from the beginning. Common challenges, such as balancing visibility and safety, are explored, with Becky offering solutions to maintain openness while ensuring quick lockdown capabilities. The video also covers the importance of involving students in the design process, as their feedback helps create inviting spaces they are eager to attend. Becky shares highlights from her projects, turning challenging site conditions into opportunities for enhanced connectivity with the outdoors. Becky concludes by expressing her passion for educational projects and her excitement about ongoing work that connects multiple stories in a school building, enhancing both inclusivity and safety. Don't miss this fascinating discussion on the intersection of architecture, safety, and education! Visit ZeroNow.org for more information.

What is queer theory and how did it come to inform school curriculum and school policies? This episode traces the history of the Safe Schools Program – its origins, the media storm surrounding it and its legacy.Featured: Moira Deeming and Dr Elisabeth TaylorFor more info or to donate towards this project, go to: https://www.desexingsociety.com/Credits:Royalty free music featured in this episode:Let the Mystery Unfold by Geoff HarveyDown the Rabbit Hole by myuuPooka by Kevin MacLeodVisit: https://desexingsociety.com/Follow on X: @DesexingSociety

JD and Denise welcome Scott Galvin the director of Safe Schools Florida, an initiative that started years ago to help teachers and students  in the South Florida school system learn and grow with GSA's and talks about LGBTQ issues but after COVID and the the governor's latest anti-gay campaign, Scott and the company had to pivot and adjust, becoming more digital and now appealing to a more global audience. On top of all that Scott is also a councilman in North Miami- what a busy guy! To watch this chat on our YouTube Channel, click this link.

Join us for a heartfelt conversation on the 25th rememberance of the Columbine tragedy. In this episode, we welcome Mr. Frank DeAngelis, retired principal of Columbine High School, who shares his insights and reflections. From his 40-year dedication to education to his role as a leading advocate for school safety, Mr. DeAngelis offers perspectives on post-tragedy recovery and resilience. Listen as he shares personal stories, lessons learned, and the enduring legacy of hope and community strength that emerged from Columbine. Through his experiences, Mr. DeAngelis reminds us of the importance of compassion, connection, and unwavering determination in the face of adversity. Tune in for a conversation that honors and acknowledges the past with inspiring hope for the future. Do you have questions from today's episode? Or ideas for a future podcast topic? Share with us through this form.  Learn more about Frank's work by visiting the DeanglisCenter.org. Join the Columbine Day of Service around the globe by visiting ColumbineServes.org. For more information on today's topic go to SafeAndSoundSchools.org.    

* Ukraine Aid Could Lead to a Reckoning for Mike Johnson House speaker faces flak from hard-right members of his own party, who may try to oust him - Jenn Gidman, Newser.com * Speaker Mike Johnson has indicated a top priority is to "take the necessary steps" on funding for Ukraine in its two-year-plus war with Russia, reports the Guardian. * CNN calls it the "most significant threat to his speakership to date," while the Hill deems it Johnson's "moment of truth. * California Sheriff Torches Newsom, Says State's Soft-On-Crime Ballot Measure ‘Lied To' Voters - Hank Berrien, DailyWire.com * That means in more than 90% of reported cases of theft, no one is ever arrested,” - KQED. * Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco spoke of his efforts to support the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act, telling Fox News, “California, we're in a very trying time right now when it comes to public safety and for the most part, from a law enforcement perspective, we can say that, we can attribute the majority of our issues that we are having, or at least, there's some type of a correlation to them, to the passage of Prop 47.” * “Quite frankly, we were lied to and misled by our state, in that the name and the description on the ballot was not something that we were getting,” Bianco continued. “We voted for a proposition that was named the Safe Schools and the Safe Streets Initiative and it contained absolutely nothing to do with safe streets or safe schools, and it was everything that is bad about public safety. * Trump Fundraiser Secures Historic $50.5M for 2024 War Chest! * Joe and Democrats brought in more than $90M in March and have more than double what Trump and Republicans have on hand. Trump and the GOP announced they raised more than $65.6M in March and closed out the month with $93.1M. * Biden and the Democrats announced they took in more than $90M last month and had $192M+ on hand. * “Exploding the left's 'Big Lie' about Trump and the GOP: As usual, the truth is 180 degrees opposite to what progressive academics and politicians claim” - Dinesh D'Souza.

Dr Kevin Donnelly is an author and senior fellow in the Education and Arts Faculty at the Australian Catholic University. His books include ‘How Political Correctness is Destroying Australia' and ‘A Politically Correct Dictionary and Guide'. Dr Donnelly has done much work analysing and reviewing the Australian National Curruculum, having co-authored a review in 2014, and has criticised the ideology behind the “Safe Schools” program. On this episode of BASED, Dr Donnelly and Senator Antic discuss the Australian curriculum, political correctness, and the left's long march through the institutions.

A local BC Legend joins us on A Hoops Journey today; Mr. Chris Porteous. Chris's basketball life is literally a “journey”, one that is full of ups, downs and so many in-betweens. The 2-time Provincial Champion and former MVP goes back to tell us about his early life, growing up in Whistler and then moving all the way to Montreal. From there Chris finds himself back in Vancouver at the age of 12 and stepping into the historical program at Kitsilano Secondary. Chris took off and built a huge name for himself in the hoops world, filling the bucket and being one of the best players in the Province for a two-year dominant run. Alongside many great teammates Kits was able to be one of the few programs to win back-to-back Championships. The important part of this episode is how Chis reflects on his struggles with school, and how being able to go to post-secondary wasn't as easy for him as it might be for many. In the end, Chris found himself at Cap University College under Paul Eberhardt. Chris dominated the league in his rookie year being the leading scorer and helping guide the Blues to the Nationals. After Cap Chris then has a turn with basketball where he tries to find himself as a person, working hard and trying to figure out what his future might be. Today he is an employee for Safe Schools and coaching with one of the local clubs in Vancouver, knowing he will have and is having an impact on kids means the world to Chris. What an episode, so many takeaways and possibly some things you may have not known about him. Episode 131 is legendary! Tap in! Chris Porteous https://www.raincitybasketball.ca/coaches Aaron Mitchell - Host Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_a_mitch/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahoopsjourney/ Website: https://www.ahoopsjourney.com/

School boards have reported a drastic increase of students vaping on school property since the pandemic. But one board has managed to bring that number down recently by installing vape detectors in the washrooms. We spoke to Emily Samuel, the Principal of Safe Schools with the Near North District School Board, about the results of this pilot project. A bylaw prohibiting daytime sheltering officially comes into effect for the City of Kingston was put into effect today. Over a dozen homeless tenants at Kingstons' Belle Park encampment will have to vacate the park, their home. We spoke to Paige Agnew, the Commissioner of Growth & Development Services, for the City, about the sudden migration.To The Graves' tells a story of a Private School trying to separate itself from the murder of a student and a Detective-Sergeant on the case who firmly believes that a member of the school's community is responsible. We spoke to Coburg Author Paul Nicholas Mason about this crime thriller.

Teachers get minimal training on behavior management before they're thrown into the field. And few understand how trauma might affect their students' emotional health. So, how can we help schools identify the kiddos that need support? How can we foster an environment where students and staff feel safe? Dr. Anne Katona Linn is the Educational Coach behind Katona Linn Consulting, a firm that supports schools in creating a safe, supportive and successful environment. Dr. Anne is committed to addressing the mental, emotional and behavioral health challenges schools face and helping teachers build trauma-sensitive, resilient classrooms. On this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, Dr. Anne joins Anjel to discuss how her own childhood trauma informs her work and describe how trauma impacts our physical and emotional health. Dr. Anne explains why imposter syndrome is stronger in people with trauma and offers advice on building a support network and setting boundaries for your own self-care. Listen in for insight around the biggest challenges teachers face and learn how Dr. Anne's coaching empowers schools to build emotionally and physically safe environments. What You Will Learn How Dr. Anne's childhood trauma inspired her work in special education Dr. Anne's journey from special ed teacher to educational consultant How Dr. Anne defines trauma as an event that has lifelong effects on our health How trauma impacts our physical, mental and emotional health Dr. Anne's mission to help teachers understand trauma better How Dr. Anne empowers schools to build emotionally and physically safe environments How Dr. Anne's coaching addresses the biggest challenges teachers face Dr. Anne's insight on preventing school violence Why imposter syndrome is stronger in entrepreneurs with trauma Dr. Anne's advice on building a support network and setting boundaries Connect with Dr. Anne Katona Linn Katona Linn Consulting Resources Safe Schools Healthy Students Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds by Anjel B. Hartwell Connect with Anjel B. Hartwell  Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic The Wealthy Life Mentor The Wealthy Life Mentor on Facebook Listener Line (540) 402-0043 Ext. 4343  Email listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com 

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In today's episode, Greg Mays, Deputy Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, speaks about the SafeTN app and explains why this platform is vital when keeping our schools safe. Listen in as he provides background information as to why such an application is needed and why it is important to create a positive environment on reporting within a school district. For more information regarding the SafeTN app, including posters to promote this platform in your district, please click on the link below or contact Greg Mays at gregory.mays@tn.gov. https://www.tn.gov/safety/homeland-security/safetn.html

The parents of Lucia Bremer, a 13-year-old student at Quioccasin Middle School who was shot and killed while walking home from school, made a public comment on Thursday supporting the Henrico School Board's legislative priorities for school and student safety. Jonathan and Meredith Bremer wrote to the school board's public forum stating their “strong support” for the ‘Safe Schools and Student Wellness' section of the board's 2024 legislative priorities, which the board approved at a meeting Oct. 26. They specifically emphasized the item about promoting legislation to enhance the safe storage of weapons and parental accountability. Lucia Bremer was fatally...Article LinkSupport the show

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October 15th through 21st is America's Safe Schools Week. This is a time when we highlight the extensive system of adults, structural elements, educational efforts, and protocols at HSD that work together to ensure our students, staff, and schools are as safe as possible.  Learn more about all of the ways we work to ensure safety, such as bullying prevention, threat assessments, partnerships with law enforcement, and much more, by visiting hsd.k12.or.us/keepingstudentssafe.  Our Featured Event is Farmington View Elementary School's recent recognition as a Gold Certified Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math - or STEAM - school by the Portland Metro STEM Partnership. Farmington View has been a STEM-focused school for more than 10 years, and in the last two years has partnered with PMSP to not only refine their STEAM practices, but also to provide evidence of the great work they have been doing for years. PMSP has provided staff professional development and funding in order to improve programming at Farmington View, which includes after-school STEAM clubs such as Garden Club, and integrated STEAM lessons throughout the school day. Congratulations and way to go, Farmington View! You make us Proud to be HSD! Hot News is produced and emailed to HSD families and staff each week school is in session. Please add the address to your “safe sender” list to make sure you always receive the latest issue. Please also bookmark our district website: ⁠hsd.k12.or.us⁠ to stay informed about what's happening in our district and schools.

September 28, 2023 Chicago's Blueprint for Safe Schools: A Community-Led Process – Featuring remarks from CPS CEO Pedro Martinez – Jadine Chou, Maria Degillo, Daniel Brown, Dr. LaTacia Morgan-Greene and moderated by Walter Katz City Club event description: While the United States grapples with post-pandemic violence, Chicago has been leading the nation for its leadership […]

AB 5: The Safe and Supportive Schools ActAs LGBTQ+ rights across the country come under attack, from book bans to outlawing instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in schools, California is leading the way in preserving the rights of LGBTQ+ students across the state. While the state is making progress, LGBTQ+ students still experience harassment, violence and lack of affirmation in school settings far too often.This is why I introduced the Safe and Supportive Schools Act on my first day in the State Assembly. AB 5 provides high quality, professional development opportunities to educators in order to help foster inclusive classroom environments and appropriately address the unique challenges that LGBTQ+ and all students face. The bill would yield significant benefits for educators that directly transfer to the success of LGBTQ+ students and advance overall educational outcomes.

This Provocations 2023 panel, “The Struggle for Safe Schools”, saw Damien, Darby, and Dashie talk about the Safe Schools Program's past, and discuss strategies to ensure it a future.

www.commsolutionsmn.com- It's no secret, our school districts are struggling with discipline issues. The inmates run the asylum, with schools allowing them to talk back to teachers, be physically violent with teachers, and with grading standards being erased. Parents no longer back the teachers, and the Teacher's Union is the one empowering the students over the teachers. Teachers need to give feedback to their unions and threaten to stop paying dues if they don't start to back them. That said, Minnesota School Resource Officers (SRO's) are being pulled from schools by the police and sheriff departments because a new law from Walz and the MN Legislature have made it impossible to restrain students, even if they pose a danger to themselves or someone else. For fear of being sued, these departments have pulled their officers. Some conservatives are clamoring for a special session, but do we really believe that will change things? We don't trust any of 'em. We also remember Bob Barker passing away at the age of 99 by discussing a little game show history. Have you checked out our Spotify playlist? At the beginning of each episode, Jason quotes some song lyrics that have to do with the subject matter of the podcast. Andrew never knows what they are, but now he can… and so can you! We've launched the Spotify playlist: “Community Solutions Music From the Podcast!” You can listen to Roundabout from Yes after listing to Episode 30 on Roundabouts… or kick back and enjoy a rocking playlist just for the thrill of it. We add a new song every week. Subscribe and enjoy! Don't forget that you can also subscribe to our podcast on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify!

A chance selection of a freshman seminar on environmental health made Derek Shendell recognize there were entirely new ways of using his interest in science and medicine. A subsequent international experience showed him first-hand how geography and other social factors were involved. Public health had been an unknown career path to him, but rather quickly he realized it was exactly how he wanted to make an impact in the world. Getting a little bogged down by joint MD/MPH programs, he stumbled a bit at the start but got on the right track and found he could make impact with a number of different lines of work, all focusing on shining light on inequities and doing good science to help shift policies to make society healthier.In this episode, find out from Derek how looking beyond your own environment can sometimes help you see how you can do the most good…on today's Roads Taken with Leslie Jennings Rowley. About This Episode's GuestDerek Shedell is Professor and Concentration Leader  for Environmental Health Sciences in the Department of Environmental & Occupational Health & Justice at the Rutgers School of Public Health. He is also the Director of the New Jersey Safe Schools Program there. He is widely published and continues churning out high-impact work. For another story about seeing the world around you and wanting to make it healthier, listen to our episode with John Peoples.Find more episodes at https://roadstakenshow.com Executive Producer/Host: Leslie Jennings RowleyMusic: Brian BurrowsEmail the show at RoadsTakenShow@gmail.com

We are joined this week by Mother Jones reporter and senior editor Kiera Butler to discuss some of the current major issues in education and politics (4:03-46:58). Kiera talks about her two trips to Moms4Liberty's National Conference and what she learned about the parental rights movement at those conferences. She also explores the politicization of reading instruction, the debates on how to make schools safer, school choice, and a potential future Secretary of Education.   

I'm joined on this episode by the founder and CEO of CommSafe AI, retired Navy SEAL, and long-time friend, Ty Smith to talk about school safety. As a high school teacher, I spend almost more time in the classroom than I do at home, and with an increasing number of school shootings over the last few years, I wanted to talk with Ty to find out what school systems and teachers can do to make our schools, students, and ourselves safer.Some background to the discussion: In January of 2023, Tennessee's state legislature introduced SB1325 and HB1202 that, if passed, would allow teachers to “possess and carry a firearm while on school grounds” provided that the teacher possesses an enhanced handgun carry permit, have written permission from the school system director and principal of the school, have undergone a psychological examination, and have successfully completed 40 hours of basic training in school policing each year.Recalling Ty's video he released a few year ago on LinkedIn addressing the topic of arming teachers, I wanted to have him join the show to find out if his opinion had changed since then, get his advice for teachers who might choose to arm themselves if their states allow them to, and to get any other thoughts on increasing the safety in our schools.On the topic of safety, few are better qualified to weigh in on the topic. Ty retired from the U.S. Navy after a 20 year career which included several years as a military police officer prior to 9/11, and over 15 years as a Navy SEAL following 9/11. While in the Teams, Ty had six combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, where he was awarded a Bronze Star and a Navy Joint Commendation Medal, both with honors for heroism and valor.After a successful career is the SEAL Teams and earning a graduate degree from the University of Southern California's Marshall School of Business, Ty founded Vigilance Risk Solutions with the aim of helping businesses and organizations provide enhanced security for their employees. In January of 2022, Vigilance Risk Solutions was renamed CommSafe AI after the company expanded into the AI market and began creating communications analysis software for organizations to use as a tool to provide insights into employee well-being and branding risk.Ty Smith is in the business of protecting people, and I was really excited to sit down with him for a few minutes to talk about school safety, and I hope that you will find this conversation as intelligent and rational as I did.To learn more about CommSafe AI, check them out on the web at commsafe.aiClick here to find Ty on LinkedIn. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit offthefront.substack.com

Wednesday's Third Hour: Matt Strawn, Mr. Iowa Lottery himself, is in studio to talk about this week's giant jackpot. Plus, a prospective shooter could not get into a school in Memphis, and Simon gives his thoughts on that.

According to Education Week's school shooting tracker, there have been 18 school shootings this year alone. With the increasing number of these violent incidents, what's being done to make schools safer?School Safety Today's host, Michelle Dawn Mooney, is joined by Max Schachter, the Founder of Safe Schools for Alex, to discuss his advocation for policy change to better safeguard students. Schachter's youngest son Alex was one of the 17 victims of the 2018 Parkland school shooting. Since then, Schachter channeled his pain to be a national school safety advocate. He discusses what his organization does to ensure school safety and what their goals are now and for the future. Listen to today's podcast to learn:• New policies at the state and federal levels focused on safer educational settings• How to use data to reduce violence in school communities• Recommendations for how district leaders and law enforcement officials can work best togetherSchachter was appointed to the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Commission where they were tasked with investigating and analyzing information from the Parkland school shooting to develop recommendations to prioritize safety and security in schools. He highlights the successes in working with the Florida Department of Education to create data points that school districts and parents can use to make informed decisions and policies about school safety. The collaboration was the impetus for the School Safety Dashboard where districts, parents and all stakeholders can access this data on a user-friendly platform to help create a safer environment for all. Some other developments that have come from the commission include the creation of an Office of School Safety, a school safety specialist in every Florida district, an anonymous threat reporting system statewide, a panic app for teachers, a threat assessment team, and a mental health coordinator in all Florida school districts. Additionally, Schachter pushes for law enforcement to prioritize preparedness and training. “You can't start the process in the middle of a tragedy or after a tragedy. Now, law enforcement has access to cameras in an emergency. There are reunification plans in place and we now have mandatory active shooter drills on all campuses…and a minimum of at least one, armed officer on every campus throughout the entire state.”Max Scratcher is the Founder and Executive Director of Safe Schools for Alex. He's one of the nation's leading school safety advocates, serving as a corporate and governmental advisor on matters related to school shootings and security. Schachter works alongside members of Congress, leaders of federal agencies, and Presidents of the United States which has led to the creation of the Federal School Safety Clearinghouse at SchoolSafety.gov. He's interviewed with many media outlets including CNN, MSNBC, Fox, and ABC.

Vito J. Borrello is the first Executive Director for the National Association for Family, School, and Community Engagement (NAFSCE), appointed in September 2014. Since its founding, NAFSCE has addressed systemic issues to advance family, school and community engagement as a strategy for child development, student achievement and school improvement. Initiatives include Reframing the Family Engagement Conversation and the establishment of the National Alliance for Family Engagement; the 18-state State Consortium on Family Engagement in partnership with the Council for Chief State School Officers; and its Family Engagement Consortium on Pre-service Educator Preparation. Prior to his current position, Mr. Borrello served as the 19-year president of Every Person Influences Children, a New York-based organization providing parenting education, and family engagement in education programs. Current National Advisory Board Member roles include Scholastic, and the Center for Education Equity. Recent previous national roles include membership on the National Family, School and Community Engagement Working Group; and two completed terms as both an Appointed and At-Large Board Member for National PTA, where he also served on committees for finance, legislation, resource development, strategic planning and leadership recruitment. He is co-founder and Chairman Emeritus for the NY State Family Engagement Coalition. Prior to his NAFSCE appointment, Mr. Borrello was Chairman of the NY State PTA Urban Initiatives Task Force, Steering Committee member of the NY State Parenting Education Partnership, and a past appointee to NY State Education Department workgroups for Teacher Standards, Striving Readers, and Safe Schools. In his home community of Western New York, Mr. Borrello is a past Board Member for the State University of NY at Buffalo's Alberti Center for Bullying Abuse Prevention; past Chairman for the Care Management Coalition of Western New York, and past Board member for Buffalo's Read to Succeed literacy initiative. He is a graduate of the Health Foundation for Western and Central New York Fellowship program and a 1998 graduate of Leadership Buffalo. Mr. Borrello has a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from Wittenberg University and resides in East Amherst, New York with his wife, Maria, and has two daughters, Marisa and Samantha. He commutes to the NAFSCE offices located in Alexandria, Virginia.

Episode 64 Guests: Ashleigh Washington, JD & Ruth Cusick, JD Host: Shimon Cohen, LCSW www.dointhework.com Listen/Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify Follow on Twitter & Instagram, Like on Facebook Join the mailing list Support the podcast Download transcript Doin' The Work is offering our Racial Justice & Liberatory Practice Continuing Education Series through several of our partner universities. Go to https://dointhework.com/continuing-education to learn more and register. We hope you will join us! Thank you to this episode's sponsor! The University of Houston has a phenomenal social work program that offers face-to-face master's and doctorate degrees, as well as an online and hybrid MSW. They offer one of the country's only Political Social Work programs and an Abolitionist Focused Learning Opportunity. Located in the heart of Houston, the program is guided by their bold vision to achieve social, racial, economic, and political justice, local to global. In the classroom and through research, they are committed to challenging systems and reimagining ways to achieve justice and liberation. Go to http://www.uh.edu/socialwork to learn more. In this episode, I talk with Ashleigh Washington and Ruth Cusick, both co-founders of C4LL, The Collective for Liberatory Lawyering, about their work as movement lawyers to end the school-to-prison pipeline. I did a previous episode with C4LL collective member, Nicole Bates, and organizers Jewel Patterson at COPE and Edgar Ibarria at CADRE, where we focused more on the organizing approach, but in this episode, we get more into the movement lawyering work. Ashleigh and Ruth talk about how they use legal strategies in conjunction with organizing models and push the legal profession to use legal work in service of community liberation. They discuss how law and policy can be used as part of a larger organizing strategy to improve the material conditions for Black, Brown, Indigenous, disabled, and other marginalized students and families. They explain, using examples, how policy change is often not enough, without an organizing approach to ensure the policy change is upheld, as well as addressing harm that happens yet is considered legal. Ashleigh and Ruth talk about their shift from working in legal direct services, representing students and families being negatively impacted by the school-to-prison pipeline to their shift to movement lawyering in coalition with organizers, and the distinction between civil rights and education as a human right, where power must be built not just from a legal framework, but from a community shared-governance power model. They get into specific examples of how they respond when anti-Black racist harm is done in schools. Ashleigh and Ruth explain their new interdisciplinary practice approach called Barefoot Lawyering. They also share what is happening with LA Police Free Schools. I hope this conversation inspires you to action. www.c4ll-ca.org IG liberatorylawyersca LinkedIn @The Collective for Liberatory Lawyering Police Free LAUSD Coalition Report From Criminalization to Education: A Community Vision for Safe Schools in LAUSD

Dr. Emily Meadows will talk about the research behind creating safe schools for LGBTQ students and colleagues in this thoughtful podcast. You can connect with Tan on Twitter at @TanKHuynh and TanKHuynh.com.  You can learn more about my courses at https://tankhuynh.com/courses.

In this episode Kelly Jennings conducts her much anticipated interview with national school safety advocate Max Schachter .Max Schachter is a national school safety advocate. His son Alex is one of the 17 victims murdered in the Parkland school shooting on Valentine's Day 2018.Max is the founder and executive director of Safe Schools for Alex 501(c)(3). Their mission is to provide most current school safety best practices and resources to students, parents, school districts and law enforcement so that all children can learn in a safe environment. Since the heartbreaking day that changed Max's life forever, he has been advocating for policy change at the highest levels of the United States government.He has worked alongside members of congress, leaders of all major federal agencies, and Presidents of the United States to make schools safer. Max has testified as a subject matter expert before the United States House and Senate and multiple state legislatures.In August 2018 he advocated for the creation of a federal agency to house national school safety best practices. In June 2019, Max's vision became a reality when President Trump created the Federal School Safety Clearinghouse at SchoolSafety.gov.In July 2022 Max attended the White House ceremony where President Biden announced the most significant gun safety legislation in 27 years, the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, which made SchoolSafety.gov permanent and law. Max has also worked to improve the safety and security of Florida's 2.4 million students through his appointment to the Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) High School Public Safety Commission.The MSD commission, established by former Governor Rick Scott, was tasked with leading the statewide investigation into the Parkland school shooting and developing recommendations to protect Florida's children.Max has advised the Federal Bureau of Investigation Behavioral Threat Assessment Center, the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center, and the Ohio Attorney General's Office on threat assessment policies and procedures.He is a member of the National Sheriffs' Association School Safety and Security Committee and the International Association of Chiefs of Police Mass Violence Peer-to-Peer Advisory Team. In June 2019, Max was awarded the U.S. Department of Justice Attorney General Citizen Volunteer Service Award by Attorney General William Barr. Max has been interviewed by many local and national media outlets including CNN, MSNBC, Fox, ABC, NBC, CBS, and Dr. Phil.He has given keynote presentations to many school districts, law enforcement organizations, and local, state, and federal agencies detailing the lessons learned and best practices developed in the aftermath of the Parkland school shooting along with his journey from anguish to advocacy.#MaxSchachter #Unspeakablepodcast #KellyJennings #Truecrime #PodcastLearn more about safe schools for Alex here!https://www.safeschoolsforalex.org/our-team/Learn more about Max Schachter here:https://www.maxschachter.com/Check out my coverage of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas shootings here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unspeakable-a-true-crime-podcast-by-kelly-jennings/id1651928508?i=1000586375065

In this heart-wrenching episode, recorded just days after the five year anniversary of the Parkland school shooting, Max Schachter recalls the day his 14-year-old son, Alex, was murdered at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. Schachter, who is the founder and executive director of Safe Schools for Alex 501(c)(3), lays out the countless failures leading up to the event, during the shooting, and in the aftermath that show how this tragedy was wholly preventable.Having since taken action to become a leading school safety advocate, Schachter explains some of the sweeping changes he helped institute both statewide and nationally. He provides a wealth of resources and information that parents and schools can use to put student safety first.Visit www.betweenthelineswithvirtualacademy.com for more info about this episode. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

Local jurisdictions have very limited control over regulating local pesticide use. New legislation introduced by Assemblymember Damon Connoly would return some local control. Assembly Bill 99 would require Caltrans to respect resolutions passed by counties banning the roadside spraying of pesticides. This legislation builds on decades of work by anti-spray advocates, who have continuously pushed on the agency to reduce its reliance on the nozzle. The EcoNews talks with Patty Clary of Californians for Alternatives to Toxics, Patty Mayall of Protect Our Watershed San Mateo County, and Megan Kaun of Sonoma Safe Ag, Safe Schools about their experience working to reduce roadside spraying and their thoughts on the proposed legislation. Support the show

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S3E5 PARKLAND PT3 REMEMBERING ALEX This week's episode is part three of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Shooting in Parkland, Florida. So if you aren't familiar with this case, you may wish to go back and listen to Episode 2 - Parkland before listening to this week's episode. We want you to join us in remembering all the victims who lost their lives at Marjory Stoneman Douglas on February the 14th, 2018 and in particular, this episode we will be speaking with Max Schachter. Max's son Alex was killed at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on February 14th, 2018. And since that time he's become a National School Safety Advocate. Listen in and be inspired as Max tells us how he has chosen to move forward from such catastrophic tragedy and to make positive, impactful change in the world.  Find out how you can support Safe Schools for ALEX HERE  DONATE TO SAFE SCHOOLS FOR ALEX HERE And if you have a question get in touch on instagram. WANT TO SUPPORT US: Patreon.com/stopthekilling  Message us on instagram :  @conmunitypodcast @stopthekillingstories CRIMECON UK TICKETS HERE CRIMECON US TICKETS HERE DON'T forget to use DISCOUNT CODE “FERRIS”  And for all things Katherine Schweit including where you can purchase her book STOP THE KILLING: How to end the mass shooting crisis head to: www.katherineschweit.com RESOURCES Stop the Bleed training FBI  RUN, HIDE, FIGHT This is a CONmunity Podcast Production on the Killer Podcasts Network Check out more: CONNING THE CON KLOOGHLESS - THE LONG CON GUILTY GREENIE Supporting our sponsors supports the show Check out BlendJet: The original portable blender coupon:  ferris12 (case sensitive) custom URL: zen.ai/ferris12 Go to blendjet.com and use code  ferris12 to save 12% off your order OR use my special link, and the discount will be applied at checkout zen.ai/ferris12 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris has the #1 Most watched TED Talk of 2022 with over 2 million views since March! He's started 8 different companies and is known as a Financial Fixer who has been hired by hundreds of millionaires and even a handful of billionaires. He is the author of 16 books.  His true love is entrepreneurship and helping people find better paths. He has been Jack Canfield's VP of Strategic Partnerships. He sits on the board of University of Texas-Austin's IC-squared institute and the U of South Carolina School of Medicine, as well as the National Coalition for Safe Schools. Where to find Chris: http://www.chrisjarvis.me/wildfactor/ (www.chrisjarvis.me/wildfactor/) Instagram chrisrayjarvis

Aging classrooms, leaky roofs, broken toilets and nonexistent fences. That's what supporters of Measure C-22 hope to fix with a local school bond proposal that voters in the San Luis Obispo Coast Unified School District will weigh in on in the Nov. 8 election. I spoke with Jay Beck, a community banker who is one of three co-chairs on the “Taxpayers for Safe Schools" committee, to find out how school bonds work and what C-22 would do. UPDATE: Since this interview was recorded, I learned that there was a typo on the Nov. 8 ballot. A percent sign was used instead of a cent sign in the description of the school bond Measure C-22. The correct bond rate is 4.9 CENTS per $100 of assessed value (not 4.9%—oops). Action Item: When your ballot and voter guide arrive in the mail, read the section on Measure C-22 to get acquainted with the full text of the measure. You can find the same information online at the County Clerk-Recorder's website. Conveniently, that's also where you can make sure you are registered to vote at your current address. You have until Oct. 24 to register online, and you can register in person on election day. This episode was produced by Samantha Riordan, with music by Wes Bisheff. If you liked the show, you can go to agendabreakdown.com to listen to past episodes, leave a review on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on social media. Want to support Agenda Breakdown by becoming a subscriber? Details at agendabreakdown.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/agendabreakdown/support

A new Johns Hopkins University study finds that schools with more surveillance and security measures have lower math test scores and lower college attendance.  The Morning Show with Nikki Medoro discusses some of the reasons that might explain this negative correlation, including the more oppressive measures making students feel like suspects instead of supported learners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're an educator and/or parent who's experiencing increased pressure to accept getting infected because everyone around you is saying that "COVID is unavoidable everyone will get it so stop being anxious there's nothing you can do". Please hear us out when we say you are not alone, and even if you are hearing these lies from loved ones, they are lies. We have reached out and interviewed 2 schools that prioritized community care over profits thus making all of their decisions centered around community care. Please enjoy our interview with the founder of Abrome, Antonio Buehler. https://www.abrome.com/ ____________________________________________________________ Follow us on Twitter @LRedSchoolHouse. Email us at LittleRedSchoolHouse@protonmail.com Support us by becoming a member of the LRSH patreon page: patreon.com/LittleRedSchoolHouse. Solidarity!

If you're an educator and/or parent who's experiencing increased pressure to accept getting infected because everyone around you is saying that "COVID is unavoidable everyone will get it so stop being anxious there's nothing you can do". Please hear us out when we say you are not alone, and even if you are hearing these lies from loved ones, they are lies. We have reached out and interviewed 2 schools that prioritized community care over profits thus making all of their decisions centered around community care. Please enjoy our interview with the principal and co-founder of the Knoxville Innovation School, Jesse Trucks. https://knoxvilleinnovation.org/ ____________________________________________________________ Follow us on Twitter @LRedSchoolHouse. Email us at LittleRedSchoolHouse@protonmail.com Support us by becoming a member of the LRSH patreon page: patreon.com/LittleRedSchoolHouse. Solidarity!