With the close of this year’s first quarter, we’re excited to share an update for January, February, and March. We started the year with a visit to Westport High School in Massachusetts. During her visit, Co-founder Michele Gay shared her story and introduced the Safe and Sound Youth Council to students and staff. Later in […]
As parents of children with autism, we already know firsthand the many challenges associated with keeping our kids safe, both in and out of school. The nature of our child’s disorder often presents a wide range of behaviors that can make their safety our full-time job. Wandering/elopement, PICA, choking, water fixations, inability to communicate in an emergency, and general […]
In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the many survivors, and friends and families affected by sexual assault, we share Katie’s story of hope and perseverance. Katie’s Story As an incoming college freshman, I was so excited to start college and live independently for the first time. I was encouraged to be outgoing and social […]
Can schools juggle hardened security with welcoming culture? Learn more: PBS NewsHour
School-age children often spend up to a third of their day in school, but while they run, play and learn, hidden toxins and chemicals could be impairing their health and development. Schools are meant to help teach our children about the world around them, but they also have a duty to keep kids safe. In […]
Earlier this week, I had the amazing opportunity to speak at the National PTA Legislative Conference in Arlington, Virginia. I was invited to speak during the opening session with U.S. Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos. The attendees gathered were state PTA representatives from every state in the country. The theme of this year’s conference was to […]
WILMINGTON, DE (Mar. 15, 2018) – A diverse group of parents, educators, emergency preparedness and industry groups released the following statement on today’s passage of H.R. 4909, the “STOP School Violence Act of 2018,” by the U.S. House of Representatives: “We applaud Congress’ efforts to address the important issue of school and student safety. The […]
Schools Aren’t Preparing Students With Disabilities for Active Shooter Scenarios Learn more: The Mighty
“Prep Rally” Promotes School Safety at Oklahoma School Read more: School Safety Info
Students Get Involved in Making Schools “Safe and Sound” Read more: School Safety Info
