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WHY Boook Dr. Nickerson FOR YOUR EVENT? WHO Boooks Dr. Nickerson ? BOOK TODAY << Previous Speaker DR. AMANDA NICKERSON Professor and Director of the Alberti Center for Bullying Abuse Prevention BOOK NOW Next Item >> Get Inspired TO BRING Dr. Nickerson TO YOUR NEXT EVENT! SPEAKER Topics Include Signature PRESENTATIONS BOOK NOW Testimonials Michele Gay was a keynote for our annual safety summit. She was so inspiring and her expertise was invaluable. Some of the comments from our districts included ‘the lessons that were learned on that day resonated with me. I’m meeting with my committee this week,’ and ‘we cannot ever prepare for every scenario but we need to plan, plan and plan some more. I see Sandy Hook as our district… This won’t happen here. I appreciated her testimony and work for safe schools.’ I have met with many attendees since the summit, and they have said they are revisiting their EOPs to ensure they are prepared the best they can be for their students, teachers, parents, and communities. That was the goal of our summit and I am glad we had Michele to energize that effort. —Bilinda K. McCutcheon, Education Specialist, Region 17 Education Service Center, Texas Michele’s presentation, ‘Rethinking School Safety: A Parent’s Perspective’ was eye-opening on many levels. We believe that hearing her story on how events truly unfolded really puts a different perspective on school safety. It shows how important it is for all levels of administration, from principals down to the teachers… [to] be ready to jump into any role that is needed at the time of an emergency. —Jamia McDonald, Executive Director, Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency We had the honor of having Michele Gay speak at our School Safety Summit to an audience of our district and school leadership. Her presentation … was both inspirational and educational in providing our schools with great ideas that they could take back to their school and implement immediately. I cannot think of a more meaningful presentation that truly hits home with everyone in the audience. —Paul Hildreth, Emergency Operations Safety & Security, Fulton County Schools Speaker BIOGRAPHY Boook Dr. Nickerson TODAY!

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WHY Boook AJ FOR YOUR EVENT? WHO Boooks AJ ? BOOK TODAY << Previous Speaker AJ DEANDREA BOOK NOW Next Item >> Get Inspired TO BRING AJ TO YOUR NEXT EVENT! SPEAKER Topics Include Signature PRESENTATIONS BOOK NOW Testimonials Michele Gay was a keynote for our annual safety summit. She was so inspiring and her expertise was invaluable. Some of the comments from our districts included ‘the lessons that were learned on that day resonated with me. I’m meeting with my committee this week,’ and ‘we cannot ever prepare for every scenario but we need to plan, plan and plan some more. I see Sandy Hook as our district… This won’t happen here. I appreciated her testimony and work for safe schools.’ I have met with many attendees since the summit, and they have said they are revisiting their EOPs to ensure they are prepared the best they can be for their students, teachers, parents, and communities. That was the goal of our summit and I am glad we had Michele to energize that effort. —Bilinda K. McCutcheon, Education Specialist, Region 17 Education Service Center, Texas Michele’s presentation, ‘Rethinking School Safety: A Parent’s Perspective’ was eye-opening on many levels. We believe that hearing her story on how events truly unfolded really puts a different perspective on school safety. It shows how important it is for all levels of administration, from principals down to the teachers… [to] be ready to jump into any role that is needed at the time of an emergency. —Jamia McDonald, Executive Director, Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency We had the honor of having Michele Gay speak at our School Safety Summit to an audience of our district and school leadership. Her presentation … was both inspirational and educational in providing our schools with great ideas that they could take back to their school and implement immediately. I cannot think of a more meaningful presentation that truly hits home with everyone in the audience. —Paul Hildreth, Emergency Operations Safety & Security, Fulton County Schools Speaker BIOGRAPHY Boook AJ TODAY!

A program designed to help safety planning teams address the safety and security needs of all members of the community... Especially Safe A program designed to help safety planning teams address the safety and security needs of all members of the community... Introducing our newest program Especially Safe! We created this program to help safety planning teams address the safety and security needs of all members of the community. Learn more about the program and how you can plan and prepare , and teach and train to meet the special needs of students, staff, and visitors in your school community – from developmental disabilities to communication challenges, medical needs to mobility challenges, and more. Through inclusive planning, we can create a culture of safety and security for our children, students, parents, and staff to depend on in emergencies of all kinds. Especially Safe: Planning and Preparation Guide Especially Safe: Teaching and Training Guide Next Item Previous Item

After 16 impactful years of the Gangs & Guns Training Symposium, we are proud to expand the scope of this event to address broader aspects of school violence prevention. GANGS, GUNS AND SCHOOL VIOLENCE PREVENTION REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! To register for GGSVP25, please use the link below to visit the official registration page hosted by our event partner, ICDTA®️. Explore event details, including early bird rates for both in-person and virtual tickets! Don’t miss your opportunity to attend—sign up today! Planning Your Trip Due to the international draw of this event, the 17th Annual Gangs, Guns & School Violence Prevention Summit is strategically scheduled for Thursday and Friday, allowing attendees the opportunity to extend their stay and explore the vibrant city of Vancouver over the weekend. Additional details about local events, including the Invictus Games, can be found below. The Invictus Games February 1-28, 2025 The Invictus Games will bring together over 500 competitors from 20 nations for adaptive sports, including new winter events like Alpine and Nordic skiing, alongside wheelchair rugby and basketball. Many events will take place at the Vancouver Convention Centre, just minutes from The Westin Bayshore. Additional details will be released in the coming months. Visit InvictusGames2025.ca to learn more. Activities Things to Do in Vancouver, BC While you’re in Vancouver for the 17th Annual Gangs, Guns & School Violence Prevention Summit , take time to explore the city’s scenic and cultural attractions: Outdoor Adventures: Visit the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre, walk across the Capilano Suspension Bridge, or take the Skyride to the top of Grouse Mountain for breathtaking views. Cultural Attractions: Explore the Vancouver Art Gallery, the University of British Columbia Museum of Anthropology, and the Maritime Museum. Shopping & Arts: Stroll down Robson Street for fashion boutiques or visit Granville Island, home to local artisans and craft shops. More to Explore From a calendar of events to detailed restaurant information on each of Vancouver’s vibrant and interesting “flavourhoods,” Destination Vancouver has all the information you need. Explore everything Vancouver has to offer here: destinationvancouver.com . START DATE: END DATE: February 13, 2025 February 14, 2025 LOCATION: Vancouver, BC BACK After 16 impactful years of the Gangs & Guns Training Symposium, we are proud to expand the scope of this event to address broader aspects of school violence prevention.

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WHY Boook Ben FOR YOUR EVENT? WHO Boooks Ben ? BOOK TODAY << Previous Speaker BEN FERNANDEZ Lead School Psychologist Northern Virginia School System BOOK NOW Next Item >> Get Inspired TO BRING Ben TO YOUR NEXT EVENT! SPEAKER Topics Include Signature PRESENTATIONS BOOK NOW Testimonials Michele Gay was a keynote for our annual safety summit. She was so inspiring and her expertise was invaluable. Some of the comments from our districts included ‘the lessons that were learned on that day resonated with me. I’m meeting with my committee this week,’ and ‘we cannot ever prepare for every scenario but we need to plan, plan and plan some more. I see Sandy Hook as our district… This won’t happen here. I appreciated her testimony and work for safe schools.’ I have met with many attendees since the summit, and they have said they are revisiting their EOPs to ensure they are prepared the best they can be for their students, teachers, parents, and communities. That was the goal of our summit and I am glad we had Michele to energize that effort. —Bilinda K. McCutcheon, Education Specialist, Region 17 Education Service Center, Texas Michele’s presentation, ‘Rethinking School Safety: A Parent’s Perspective’ was eye-opening on many levels. We believe that hearing her story on how events truly unfolded really puts a different perspective on school safety. It shows how important it is for all levels of administration, from principals down to the teachers… [to] be ready to jump into any role that is needed at the time of an emergency. —Jamia McDonald, Executive Director, Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency We had the honor of having Michele Gay speak at our School Safety Summit to an audience of our district and school leadership. Her presentation … was both inspirational and educational in providing our schools with great ideas that they could take back to their school and implement immediately. I cannot think of a more meaningful presentation that truly hits home with everyone in the audience. —Paul Hildreth, Emergency Operations Safety & Security, Fulton County Schools Speaker BIOGRAPHY Boook Ben TODAY!

WHY Boook SAVAHANNA FOR YOUR EVENT? WHO Boooks SAVAHANNA ? BOOK TODAY << Previous Speaker DR. SAVAHANNA WAGNER Co-Founder Rescue in Color Emergency Medical Expert BOOK NOW Next Item >> Get Inspired TO BRING SAVAHANNA TO YOUR NEXT EVENT! SPEAKER Topics Include Signature PRESENTATIONS BOOK NOW Testimonials Michele Gay was a keynote for our annual safety summit. She was so inspiring and her expertise was invaluable. Some of the comments from our districts included ‘the lessons that were learned on that day resonated with me. I’m meeting with my committee this week,’ and ‘we cannot ever prepare for every scenario but we need to plan, plan and plan some more. I see Sandy Hook as our district… This won’t happen here. I appreciated her testimony and work for safe schools.’ I have met with many attendees since the summit, and they have said they are revisiting their EOPs to ensure they are prepared the best they can be for their students, teachers, parents, and communities. That was the goal of our summit and I am glad we had Michele to energize that effort. —Bilinda K. McCutcheon, Education Specialist, Region 17 Education Service Center, Texas Michele’s presentation, ‘Rethinking School Safety: A Parent’s Perspective’ was eye-opening on many levels. We believe that hearing her story on how events truly unfolded really puts a different perspective on school safety. It shows how important it is for all levels of administration, from principals down to the teachers… [to] be ready to jump into any role that is needed at the time of an emergency. —Jamia McDonald, Executive Director, Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency We had the honor of having Michele Gay speak at our School Safety Summit to an audience of our district and school leadership. Her presentation … was both inspirational and educational in providing our schools with great ideas that they could take back to their school and implement immediately. I cannot think of a more meaningful presentation that truly hits home with everyone in the audience. —Paul Hildreth, Emergency Operations Safety & Security, Fulton County Schools Speaker BIOGRAPHY Boook SAVAHANNA TODAY!

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