by Heidi Geores | May 5, 2025 | Peace of Mind, Reporting, Security, Technology, Threats
In an era where proactive school security is more critical than ever, the implementation of silent panic buttons in front office areas stands out as a fundamental safeguard. These discreet, strategically placed devices offer a swift and silent means of communication...
by Heidi Geores | Apr 27, 2025 | Classroom Culture, Reporting, Security, Situational Awareness, Teacher, Technology, Threats
In today’s complex and ever-evolving educational landscape, ensuring the safety of students and staff is more than a regulatory requirement—it’s a leadership imperative. While many schools have implemented traditional safety protocols, those static systems often fall...
by JimBoyte | Mar 24, 2023 | Threats, Hate
In 2022, the US witnessed a record-breaking 36% increase in antisemitic incidents, as reported by the ADL. This rise spans all major categories, including harassment, vandalism, and assaults. Notably, visibly Orthodox Jews were targeted in over half of the assault...
by JimBoyte | Feb 15, 2023 | Situational Awareness, Security, Threats
In the event of an emergency, knowing what happened and where it happened is critical information that can help save lives. It is not just the first responders that need to know the details of the threat, but everyone on the campus needs to be aware of the situation...
by JimBoyte | Feb 8, 2023 | Intuition, Threats, Training, Uncategorized
Something is not quite right. It is probably nothing, and I am really busy. Some learned to act on their intuition, and it saved the day. Moreover, in almost every case where there were tragic results, witnesses that survived testified that their intuition had warned...
by JimBoyte | Feb 3, 2023 | Security, Situational Awareness, Threats
What should a person do if they see a potential school threat on social media? If someone sees a potential school threat on social media, they should take it seriously and immediately report it to the authorities. This can include contacting the local police...
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