Recent 2024 Survey Reveals Critical Insights on School Safety Challenges
Introduction: In 2024, a comprehensive survey involving 530 educators and administrators across the U.S. revealed crucial insights into the current state of school safety. This survey highlights educators’ and administrators’ challenges and perceptions in ensuring a safe educational environment for staff and students. Key Findings: Prevalence of Safety Concerns: During the 2022-23 school year, U.S. […]
Alarming Rise in Gun Violence at High School Football Games: Key Insights and Solutions
– Protecting Our Students – Alarming Rise in Gun Violence at High School Football Games: Key Insights and Solutions. Gun violence at high school football games is becoming an alarming trend across the United States, with incidents occurring almost weekly. As someone committed to school safety, I find this trend profoundly concerning and worth analyzing […]
A Tragic Incident at Franklin High School: The Importance of Mental Health and School Safety
– Protecting Our Students – A Tragic Incident at Franklin High School: The Importance of Mental Health and School Safety. The recent incident at Franklin High School in El Paso, Texas, has spotlighted the critical issues of mental health, school safety, and the role of security personnel in educational environments. As the founder of SITE|SAFETYNET℠, a […]
A Tragic Event at Rice University: Reflecting on Campus Safety and Mental Health
-Protecting Our Students –A Tragic Event at Rice University: Reflecting on Campus Safety and Mental Health. The unfortunate incident involving Andrea Rodriguez Avila at Rice University has sent shockwaves through the campus and beyond, bringing to light critical issues surrounding campus safety and mental health. As a school safety advocate and founder of SITE|SAFETYNET℠, this […]
The Critical Importance of Real-Time K-12 Safety Reports
-Protecting Our Students -The Critical Importance of Real-Time K-12 Safety Reports: Continuous Safety Monitoring and Stakeholder Assurance. In today’s educational landscape, the safety of students and staff is an absolute priority that demands rigorous attention and continuous vigilance. Ensuring a secure environment within K-12 schools is not a responsibility that can be taken lightly—it is a […]
SafetyNet|REPORT℠: Your Comprehensive Guide to K-12 School Security
-Protecting Our Students -SafetyNet|REPORT℠. In today’s uncertain world, the safety of our children is paramount. Ensuring the security of K-12 schools requires a proactive and ongoing approach that includes regular assessments, reassessments, and a comprehensive suite of safety measures. SafetyNet|REPORT℠ is a leading tool designed to provide schools with insights and guidance on maintaining a […]
School Threat Assessments: Navigating Common Pitfalls with SITE|SAFETYNET℠
-Protecting Our Students -School Threat Assessments: Navigating Common Pitfalls with SITE|SAFETYNET℠. As a K-12 administrator, you know that determining whether a student poses a threat is daunting yet crucial. At SITE|SAFETYNET℠, we understand the challenges and pressures of conducting practical threat assessments in schools. This process often begins and ends with critical questions, revealing the complexities […]
Bridging the Gap: Overcoming Non-Academic Barriers to Student Success
By Robert Jordan, Founder of SITE|SAFETYNET℠ Research overwhelmingly indicates that students’ social, emotional, and behavioral factors significantly impact their academic performance and well-being. To create equitable learning environments and optimize student outcomes, educators must adopt a holistic, whole-child approach that addresses these non-academic challenges. However, navigating the complexities of gathering, analyzing, and utilizing non-academic data […]
The Surge of Aimless Gun Violence Among Young Men in America
– Protecting Our Students – In recent years, America has seen an alarming rise in gun violence committed by young men lacking clear ideological motives. This trend challenges the traditional understanding of violent behavior, often tied to political or social grievances. The recent attempted assassination of former President Trump by a 20-year-old in Butler, PA, […]
Gun Threats and Self-Defense Gun Use: Debunking the Myths
By Robert Jordan, Founder SITE|SAFETYNET℠ Protecting Our Students, Inc. Reference: K-12 School Shooting Database (k12ssdb.org) Gun Threats and Self-Defense Gun Use | Harvard Injury Control Research Center | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Introduction The debate around gun ownership and its role in self-defense is contentious. Many claim that guns are used millions […]
