by JimBoyte | Jul 16, 2024 | Classroom Culture, Teacher
Finding safe and healthy snacks for school can be challenging, especially with the increasing prevalence of food allergies and dietary restrictions. To help you navigate this, we’ve compiled a list of 12 delicious and school-safe snacks (plus 11 candies) that kids...
by JimBoyte | May 7, 2024 | Technology, Situational Awareness, Teacher
According to the U.S. Surgeon General 2023 Social Media and Youth Mental Health Advisory, up to 95% of young people aged 13-17 report using a social media platform, while nearly two-thirds of teenagers report using social media daily. We’ve outlined three...
by JimBoyte | Aug 17, 2023 | Peace of Mind, Teacher
In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving educational landscape, teacher burnout is an all-too-common phenomenon. The relationship between teachers, schools, and students is multifaceted and often fraught with stressors. One powerful tool that can bolster this...
by JimBoyte | Apr 4, 2023 | Situational Awareness, Peace of Mind, Reunification, Teacher, Training
Introduction In the realm of school safety, innovative technology has the potential to make a life-saving difference. One such technology is Active Defender’s teacher status reporting, which enables every teacher, including substitute teachers, to report their...
by JimBoyte | Mar 29, 2023 | Teacher, Peace of Mind, Training
Substitute teachers play a crucial role in the continuity of the learning process when a regular teacher is unable to be present in the classroom. They ensure that students continue to receive an education and maintain a sense of normalcy, even during unplanned events...
by JimBoyte | Mar 25, 2023 | Teacher, Peace of Mind, Security, Situational Awareness
As the debate over law enforcement in schools evolves, the Coachella Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) in California has become a focal point. In 2018, CVUSD removed sheriff deputies from campuses, adopting a restorative justice model. This decision has raised...
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