Why Parents Are Now Demanding Detailed K-12 School Safety Reports Similar to Home Inspections
By Robert Jordan In recent years, the demand for transparency and accountability in #schoolsafety has grown exponentially among parents of K-12 students. Just as a homebuyer insists on a thorough home inspection before purchasing a property, today’s parents expect a detailed inspection of their children’s schools to ensure their safety and security. This rising demand […]
Gun Sales in Early 2024: State Variations and Implications for School Safety
Protecting Our Students – Donate By Robert Jordan Introduction In the initial months of 2024, Americans purchased approximately 5.5 million firearms, marking a slight decline from the same period in 2023, as per the FBI’s National Instant Criminal Background Check System. This trend reflects a shift from the spike in 2020 and has implications for […]
Understanding Gun Violence: A Comprehensive Approach
Protecting Our Students – Donate By Robert Jordan #Gunviolence remains a pervasive issue affecting communities worldwide. While surveillance data offers valuable insights, a deeper exploration of the factors influencing perpetrators and victims is crucial for developing effective prevention strategies. Here are key areas to focus on for a comprehensive understanding and response to gun violence: […]
Missouri Governor Vetoes School Safety Funding for Gun-Detection Technology
Protecting Our Students By Robert Jordan JEFFERSON CITY, MO—@GovParsonMO recently vetoed a funding proposal to enhance school safety through advanced gun-detection surveillance systems. This move follows a similar decision by Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, highlighting a growing hesitation among states to adopt this specific technology. The vetoed initiative was part of Missouri’s state budget and would […]
#ActiveShooter Preparedness: Critical Concepts Potentially Missing from Civilian Training
By Robert Jordan Civilian #activeshooter training has primarily centered around the Run Hide Fight strategy developed by the Houston Police Department nearly 15 years ago. While this method prepares individuals for an active attack, it often overlooks some essential and common-sense concepts that could further enhance safety, such as critical concepts potentially missing from civilian training. […]
Ten Unimaginable #SchoolShooting Scenarios We Need to Prepare For
Protecting Our Students – DONATE By Robert Jordan The tragedy of 9/11 was primarily due to a failure of imagination. Despite clear indications of an imminent terrorist attack, these warnings went unheeded. Leading up to September 11, the frequency of suicide terrorist attacks by Al-Qaeda and other Islamist militant groups surged worldwide, a trend evident […]
The Alarming Reality: Almost 5,000 People Have Died in U.S. Gun Violence by June 2024
Protecting Our Students – Donate Introduction As of June 2024, nearly 5,000 individuals have lost their lives to gun violence in the United States, a stark reminder of the ongoing public health crisis posed by firearms. According to data from the Gun Violence Archive, this alarming number averages out to about 108 deaths per day, […]
Inconsistent Criteria Lead to Misleading Representation of Active Shooter Threats in FBI Report
Protecting Our Students – Donate Introduction On Monday, the FBI released a report on the characteristics of #activeshooter attacks in 2023, quickly making headlines across national news outlets. When the average citizen hears ‘active shooter,’ we envision the harrowing images of someone with a rifle entering a public space. But beyond the headlines and executive […]
Legal Insights: The Implications of Jackson v. First Student, Inc. for School Safety
Introduction The court’s decision in Jackson v. First Student, Inc. has significant implications for school safety and the responsibilities of transportation providers. This landmark ruling underscores the critical need for stringent safety protocols and accountability measures in student transportation. As an advocate for enhanced school safety through real-time assessments and continuous improvements, I find this […]
Seminole High Student Arrested for Allegedly Bringing Gun to Summer School
Protecting Our Students – Donate SANFORD, Fla. – In a troubling incident that underscores the importance of stringent school safety measures, a 16-year-old student at Seminole High School was arrested for allegedly bringing a gun to campus during summer school. This incident highlights the critical need for continuous vigilance and comprehensive safety protocols in our […]
