Getting to the Heart of Education and Listening to the Whole At-Risk Student

http://www.dare.org/power-one-role-d-r-e-officer-get-heart-education/

The above link is an article that appeared in the Fall, 2014, Journal of School Safety that is produced by NASRO.  This article has many useful tips for SROs, school administrators, and counselors for reaching at-risk youth in the school setting.  The initial thoughts on this topic come from the students themselves---which is always enlightening.  Then, the author offers insight on educating at-risk youth.  Great read!!

Note: This author was the keynote speaker at the 2014 NASRO School Safety Conference.    

Department of Homeland Security - School Safety

http://www.dhs.gov/school-safety

The Department of Homeland Security, in conjunction with other agencies, offers training, resources, and other information that is of great value to practicing school administrators that are looking to make their school safer.

I have found the links on the DHS School Safety page on "Protecting Our Schools Infrastructure", "School Transportation Security Awareness", and "Preparing Your School for a Crisis" to be invaluable when updating school safety plans and preparing for crises in the school setting.


Jason Baker

School Safety Legal Issues and Laws

http://education.findlaw.com/school-safety/legal-issues-and-laws-relating-to-school-safety.html


We all are familiar with school law and the legal issues in education. This article provides an overview of legal issues and laws pertaining to school safety that parents, guardians, and educators show be familiar with. Some of the topics of discussion include bullying, premises liability, First Amendment concerns, student codes of conduct/discipline policies, and school related product safety. Definitely a good read.