The discrepancy between what we have written down in our school safety policies and operational plans and what actually occurs in practice has a significant impact on safety. A lack of training, a default to convenience over safety, and ignorance of what is actually formalized are all common reasons for this dangerous gap.
Session 5: Medical Emergencies - the Most Likely Event
Medical emergencies, accidents, and injuries are the most common crisis a school faces. There are a few things you may not have considered about responding to these seemingly mundane events. Let’s look at some do’s and don’ts.
Session 4: Safety as a Daily Habit
The consistent daily integration of school safety strategies into an operational habit is critical for success as a school leader
Session 3: National Back to School Month
August is back to school time! Families and schools are focusing on setting up routines, preparing for the year and are excited for a fresh start. August presents opportunities to you to collaborate and communicate with stakeholders to set up the year for success.
Session 2: Using the Every Day Safety Planner
Learn about the structure of the Every Day Safety Planner along with strategies you’ll use each month.
Session 1: Welcome!
The core purpose of the everyday safety planner is to operationalize school safety as an ongoing daily activity instead of a set of isolated tasks.
When you use the planner and the coaching companion sessions, you'll develop a comprehensive all hazards approach to school safety that incorporates prevention, preparation, and response.