AR-15 Defies Secret Service Protection for Former President
Protecting Our Students In recent events, the prevalence and power of AR-15 rifles have brought to light the urgent need for stricter gun control, especially concerning the safety of our schools and communities. This article examines two pivotal incidents—the recent shooting at a Trump rally and the tragic Uvalde school shooting—to underscore the dangers posed […]
Missouri’s Blair’s Law: A Step Toward Ending Celebratory Gunfire
Protecting Our Students By Robert Jordan Introduction: In a significant legislative move, Missouri lawmakers have taken a firm stand against celebratory gunfire with the passage of Blair’s Law, a measure aimed at enhancing public safety and preventing tragic incidents caused by stray bullets. Background on Blair’s Law: Blair’s Law was named after 11-year-old Blair Shanahan […]
Blackout Intentional? Schools the FBI Overlooked in Their 2023 Report
Data from David Riedman, K-12 School Shooting Database. The FBI recently released a report on active shooter incidents across the United States in 2023. At first glance, it seems comprehensive, but a closer look reveals significant omissions and flaws in their data collection and methodology. In their report, the FBI identified three “active shooters” at […]
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. […]
Tragic Shooting Incident at Mad Butcher Grocery: Implications for School Safety
By Robert Jordan Today, a tragic shooting occurred at the Mad Butcher grocery store in Fordyce, Arkansas, resulting in ten people being shot, including two fatalities. Among the injured was a law enforcement officer with non-life-threatening injuries, and the suspected shooter, who was critically wounded, is now in custody. Details of the Incident According to […]
Strengthening School Security with Advanced Access Control Systems
By Robert Jordan In today’s dynamic world, managing the intricate flow of people, information, and technology within K-12 schools presents many security challenges. At SITE|SAFETYNET℠, we are dedicated to providing essential, real-time, cloud-based assessments and reassessments that enhance school safety strategies. While we do not directly offer advanced access control systems, we understand their critical […]
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 […]
Los Angeles Public Schools Implement Ban on Cellphones and Social Media
By Robert Jordan As the founder of Protecting Our Students, Inc. and SITE| SAFETYNET℠, I’m deeply invested in promoting environments that enhance school safety and student well-being. With this perspective, I discuss the recent decision by the Los Angeles Unified School District, the nation’s second-largest, which has made headlines by voting to ban cellphone and […]
Enhancing Traditional SRO Approach in K-12 Safety with SITE|SAFETYNET℠
By Robert Jordan, Founder SITE|SAFETYNET℠ Introduction As school safety concerns escalate, effectiveness of School Resource Officers (SROs) remains paramount. Yet, despite their value, a critical need exists for advanced, comprehensive, real-time assessment tools to support and enhance traditional safety protocols. SITE|SAFETYNET℠, a leading-edge digital safety assessment platform, promises to revolutionize the role of SROs in […]
K-12 School Safety Assessments: Nationwide Demand for SITE|SAFETYNET℠
Introduction Ensuring the safety of students in K-12 schools has never been more critical. With growing concerns over school safety, the demand for comprehensive, real-time safety solutions is at an all-time high. SITE|SAFETYNET℠ is leading the charge with our innovative, cloud-based safety assessments and reassessments, which are now in demand nationwide. Our platform’s ability to […]
