Texas Mother Charged for Aiding Planned School Attack: A Wake-Up Call for School Safety Stakeholders
By Robert Jordan, Founder of SITE|SAFETYNET℠ Texas Mother Charged for Aiding Planned School Attack: A Wake-Up Call for School Safety Stakeholders. A San Antonio mother is facing terrorism-related charges after allegedly supplying her son with tactical gear and ammunition used to plan a potential mass school attack. According to law enforcement, Ashley Pardo, 33, provided her […]
Targeted School Violence Is Preventable
By Robert Jordan Targeted School Violence Is Preventable 94% of students who planned attacks told someone beforehand. Early reporting saves lives. No profile predicts violence — but early action can prevent it. What Is a Threat Assessment Program? A proactive strategy to: Identify threats early. Assess the level of risk. Intervene with supportive actions. Threat […]
Reflections from SAVIR 2025: Advancing School Safety Through Data and Collaboration
By Robert Jordan 🔍 Reflections from SAVIR 2025: Advancing School Safety Through Data and Collaboration. The 2025 Society for Advancement of Violence and Injury Research (SAVIR) Annual Conference spotlighted urgent national priorities in injury prevention, violence reduction, and public health. With experts, researchers, and policymakers convening at The New York Academy of Medicine, the themes of […]
Threat Assessment vs. Threat Response: Bridging the Gap for Safer Schools
By Robert Jordan Posted on https://sitesafetynet.org/ Threat Assessment vs. Threat Response: Bridging the Gap for Safer Schools. Regarding school safety, understanding the difference between threat assessment and threat response can mean the difference between prevention and reaction. At SITE|SAFETYNET℠, we’re committed to empowering our community with practical insights to stay ahead of potential risks. So, let’s […]
School Safety Doesn’t Begin at the School Gates—It Starts at Home
🎒 When Safety Starts at Home: Unsecured Gun Discharges in Virginia Third Grade Classroom By Robert Jordan, Founder, SITE|SAFETYNET℠ A wake-up call in Spotsylvania County, Virginia serves as another urgent reminder: school safety doesn’t begin at the school gates—it starts at home. This week, a third-grade student at Lee Hill Elementary School brought a loaded, […]
Bullying in the U.S.: A Deep Dive into the Numbers
Posted by Robert Jordan on February 27, 2025 Bullying in the U.S.: A Deep Dive into the Numbers Bullying isn’t just a playground problem—it’s a pervasive issue affecting kids across the United States, both in person and online. As someone who’s spent years advocating for safer environments through SiteSafetyNet.org, I’ve seen how bullying can disrupt […]
Challenges and Implications for School Safety
By Robert Jordan, Founder of SITE|SAFETYNET℠ Texas House Bill 3 (HB 3) and School Security Funding: Challenges and Implications for School Safety Background on HB 3: A Legislative Mandate with Financial Gaps In response to increasing concerns about school safety, Texas enacted House Bill 3 nearly two years ago, mandating the presence of an armed […]
If Every High School Had a Student Safety Committee, the U.S. Would Have Less School Violence
By Robert Jordan, Founder of SITE|SAFETYNET℠ If Every High School Had a Student Safety Committee, the U.S. Would Have Less School Violence Introduction: The Urgent Need for Student Safety Committees In recent years, school violence has become an all-too-frequent headline. From bullying to tragic school shootings, the safety of students in educational environments is increasingly […]
Addressing Educator Maltreatment and School Safety: A Comprehensive Approach
By Robert Jordan, Founder of SITE|SAFETYNET℠ Addressing Educator Maltreatment and School Safety: A Comprehensive Approach The Growing Concern of Educator Maltreatment Educator maltreatment is an increasing national phenomenon affecting school climate, teacher retention, and student success. School administrators are crucial in creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for educators and students. To assist school […]
Ensuring Student Safety Amid Potential Changes to the U.S. Department of Education
By Robert Jordan Ensuring Student Safety Amid Potential Changes to the U.S. Department of Education As of February 7, 2025, significant discussions are underway regarding potential changes to the U.S. Department of Education (DOE). The current administration is reportedly considering actions that could substantially alter the structure and responsibilities of the DOE. While these developments […]
