5 Common SVPP Grant Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
The COPS School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) grant offers districts an opportunity to bridge one of the most common gaps
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How Inconsistent Incident Reporting Puts Schools at Risk
Incomplete or inconsistent accident reporting creates blind spots for school districts. When incidents aren’t documented thoroughly, or go unreported entirely, leaders lose the ability to respond
Role-Based Safety Training in Schools Isn’t Optional. It’s Necessary.
Every staff member, on and off campus, plays a part in preventing violence and supporting student wellbeing in their school district. Yet each person interacts with students differently and faces different
Gang Prevention in Schools: The Role of Belonging & Leadership
When students struggle to find belonging in healthy spaces, they often look for it elsewhere, regardless of age or grade level. Gang recruitment exploits these moments
4 Ways to Move Beyond “Check-the-Box” Violence Prevention Training
Educators and staff rarely have a surplus of time when wrangling students, lesson plans, and interruptions. On top of those daily demands, educators
Leveraging SROs as Trusted Prevention Partners in Student Wellbeing
The most impactful work of a School Resource Officer (SRO) happens without fanfare or general awareness. Yet too often, there
Reducing Anxiety Around Daycare Drills With Better Preparation
Emergency drills in childcare settings are high-stakes and high-oversight—and for good reason. Daycare staff and leaders must protect very young children, meet recurring
Why a Digital Hall Pass Protects Instructional Time More Consistently
Maximizing instructional time in the classroom requires more than just attendance sheets. When students are present, engaged, and focused, they
Risk and Threat Assessment Is More Effective With StudentSafe
Schools often struggle with suicide risk and threat assessment because information often comes to people in pieces. Too often, teachers,
Actionable Advice for Gang Violence Prevention at K-12 Schools
Gang violence in schools is often treated as a late-stage problem, surfacing suddenly in high school and escalating quickly. But gang