UNMATCHED – Integrated Safety Assessment System℠ (ISAS)
Leveraging SITE|SAFETYNET℠ Assessments and Reassessments, Dynamic Safety Score (DSS) benchmarks and SAFETYNET|REPORT℠ for Enhanced All-Year School Security SITE|SAFETYNET℠ assessments generate an auto-generated dashboard report in real time immediately after completion. These reports are meticulously crafted to evaluate six distinct tiers of school safety protocols, providing comprehensive, real-time assessment scoring that highlights a school’s strengths and […]
The Rise of AR-15s in Mass Shootings: A Growing Concern for Public Safety
– Protecting Our Students As we move further into the 21st century, one alarming trend in the realm of gun violence is the increasing use of AR-15 rifles in mass shootings. Examining data across different decades reveals a stark rise in the percentage of these tragic events involving AR-15s. This article aims to delve into […]
The Importance of a Dedicated Safety Page on School Websites
– Protecting Our Students – Robert Jordan – In today’s digital age, having a comprehensive and easily accessible online presence is crucial for any organization, and schools are no exception. Our recent research has concluded that approximately 30% of U.S. K-12 schools have a dedicated “Safety” page on their websites, leaving 70% without one. This […]
Optimizing School Safety: Integrating Interactive Floor Plans with Strategic Partnerships
-Protecting Our Students Robert Jordan At SITE|SAFETYNET℠, our commitment to advancing school safety has led us to integrate MappedIn’s state-of-the-art indoor mapping technology into our services. This integration transforms traditional school floor plans into interactive, easily navigable tools essential for daily safety management and critical emergency responses. Leveraging MappedIn’s Indoor Mapping Technology MappedIn’s platform allows […]
Balancing Transparency and Privacy: The Nashville Court’s Decision on the Covenant School Shooter’s Writings
Protecting Our Students By Robert Jordan Introduction: A recent ruling by a Nashville judge regarding the nondisclosure of Covenant School shooter Audrey Hale’s writings has ignited a complex debate surrounding the intersection of public interest and privacy rights. The decision, which blocks the release of Hale’s writings, protects the victims’ families’ copyrights and prevents potential […]
Analyzing the 2023 FBI Report on Active Shooter Incidents in the United States
Protecting Our Students – Donate By Robert Jordan The FBI’s recently released 2023 report on active shooter incidents provides a sobering insight into the state of gun violence in the United States. This comprehensive analysis details these tragic events’ frequency, location, and outcomes, underscoring an urgent need for effective interventions and community awareness. Key Findings […]
U.S. Surgeon General Declares Gun Violence a Public Health Crisis: A Call to Action
By Robert Jordan On June 25, 2024, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy officially declared gun violence a public health crisis, highlighting a significant and growing number of firearm-related injuries and deaths across the country. This bold declaration came amidst another harrowing weekend of mass shootings, emphasizing the urgent need for comprehensive safety and regulatory measures. […]
Tragedy Strikes in Columbus: A Call for Enhanced Community Safety and Real-Time School Safety Measures
By Robert Jordan In the early hours of Sunday morning, a tragic shooting occurred in the Short North Arts District near downtown Columbus, Ohio, leaving ten people injured, one critically. The victims, ranging in age from 16 to 27, were all male, according to the Columbus Police Department. The incident unfolded around 2:30 a.m., marking […]
Rethinking Campus Safety: Addressing the Most Vulnerable Areas of School Safety
By Robert Jordan As the founder of SITE| SAFETYNET℠, dedicated to enhancing school safety, I’ve noticed a prevalent misconception about “safe” campus areas. Many schools enforce strict access controls—including sign-in protocols, barricades, metal detectors, and bulletproof glass—focusing predominantly on indoor security. This approach tends to overlook a critical vulnerability: outdoor locations, which are historically linked […]
The Case for Social Media Warning Labels: K-12 School Safety
By Robert Jordan In a recent opinion piece for the New York Times, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy proposed a bold initiative: warning labels on social media platforms to alert users to potential mental health risks, particularly for adolescents. This suggestion is grounded in growing evidence linking social media usage to significant mental health […]
