As the new school year fast approaches, it appears that most schools will be going back to in-person learning full time. As a company composed completely of current and former educators (including many of our spouses), we understand that going back to school brings...
With incidents of school violence and shooters seemingly occurring more often every year, complacency in school security should be constantly challenged. Ellen Gnadt, a teacher in Illinois reveals, “sadly, nothing much has changed since we were in school, and the...
As active shooting events become more and more common, schools NEED a plan. School shootings can happen at any time when you least expect it. That’s why having clear protocols on what to do during active shooter situations is a must. One of the best ways to...
TL;DR: This is a summary of the current climate of schools regarding active shooting events and the actions that can be done to prepare teachers and students. Each article details the need for further improvement in our school’s security against active shooting...
Being a teacher means having to bear a big responsibility. Teachers nurture their students’ curious minds. They provide guidance and knowledge. They shape students’ minds and groom them to be their better selves. At school, they also become guardians. Keeping students...
Lockdown drills in schools have been a standard since the incident at Columbine High School in April 1999. Aside from learning how to prepare for emergencies such as fire, tornado, or earthquake, children across the US have lad drills on how to prepare for potential...
