How to Talk with Kids About Violence and Tragic Events
When violent events dominate the news cycle, many parents, caregivers, and educators wonder: How do I talk about this with children?
Author: Tensel Burke
YMCA Achieving Praesidium Accreditation with Raptor
This discussion provides practical guidance for YMCAs looking to enhance their safety programs and prepare for accreditation, along with lessons learned and advice for maintaining staff engagement and leadership support throughout the process.
Putting Campus Safety into Daily Practice
From managing visitors to streamlining dismissals and reducing hallway misuse, they’ll share practical tips, real-world lessons learned, and proven approaches to creating a culture of safety that works all day, every day.
Proven Strategies for Combatting School Vandalism on Halloween (and Year-Round)
There are numerous strategies you can implement to deter school vandalism. Let’s look at four key areas to focus your efforts.
Leveraging the Full Community to Support Your Student Safety and Wellbeing Efforts
Explore strategies for building partnerships with families, local organizations, law enforcement, mental health providers, and other stakeholders to create a comprehensive, collaborative approach to student support.
Safe Journeys Start Here: How to Strengthen School Bus Safety for Students
As we recognize National School Bus Safety Week (October 20-24, 2025), districts have an opportunity to celebrate their transportation teams and renew their commitment to safe, respectful, and reliable student transportation.
A Closer Look: Campus Movement
Learn how Raptor’s Campus Movement product suite works together to give school leaders real-time visibility, streamline daily operations, and strengthen accountability and safety across the entire school day.
Oklahoma Alyssa’s Law: Equipping Schools With Compliant Solutions
Alyssa’s Law in Oklahoma, effective July 1, 2024, requires each school district in the state to implement a mobile panic alert system.
How Raptor Supports Accreditation for Daycares and YMCAs
Accrediting bodies require organizations to prove they have strong health and safety procedures in place to protect children, members and staff, manage visitors, and respond to emergencies.
Exploring the Value of a Partnership Between Schools and the Justice System
Gain insight on building collaborative relationships with law enforcement, juvenile justice agencies, and courts to strengthen student safety, support at-risk youth, and promote positive outcomes for students and communities.