Coffee with Kelly: A Discussion on School Safety

Share your thoughts and suggest future topics! Welcome to our latest podcast episode where we discuss the importance of scenario-based training for staff to improve their situational awareness and critical thinking skills during a crisis. We delve into the three primary delivery mechanisms for training and assessing staff, namely drills, tabletop exercises, and full-scale exercises, and explore th...

Share your thoughts and suggest future topics! In this podcast episode, the practical and physical aspects of school safety are discussed, with a focus on Emergency Operations Plans (EOPs). The episode defines key terms, including Comprehensive School Safety Plan, Emergency Operations Plan, Incident Action Plan, Individual Safety Plan, and School Safety Re-entry Plan. Listeners will learn about th...

Share your thoughts and suggest future topics! In this podcast episode, we discuss the critical aspects of school safety, including the importance of adopting a growth mindset, learning from the US Navy SEALs, and developing plans for continuous improvement. We also explore the role of critical thinking in emergency situations, the need for effective safety protocols, and the value of seeking out...

Share your thoughts and suggest future topics! Have you ever wondered if you were truly doing all that you could to be involved in your school’s safety? When you hear “safety is our #1 priority,” do you believe it?  In this podcast episode, we dive into what it means to go from an inactive participant to an active participant in your school’s safety. We discuss the common hurdles that prevent teac...

Share your thoughts and suggest future topics! In this episode, we discuss the critical importance of building partnerships with community partners such as fire/rescue, police, hospitals, mental health services, and others. We explore the benefits of establishing strong relationships with these partners, including the sharing of resources and knowledge, enhanced communication, and a more coordinat...

Share your thoughts and suggest future topics! In this episode, we explore the importance of building a strong safety culture within your organization. From understanding shared responsibilities to developing policies and procedures, training, and commitment from management, we delve into the key elements that make up a successful safety culture. Join us as we discuss how to create a safe, healthy...

Share your thoughts and suggest future topics! School safety is a complex and multifaceted issue that requires a holistic approach. In our podcast, we delve deep into the different components of school safety and why they are important. We explore the three crucial elements of school safety - systems, people, and policies - and how they must work together in order to create a truly safe school env...

Share your thoughts and suggest future topics! In this podcast, we cover what it means to be responsible in your role within the K12 safety ecosystem. How would you define situational awareness? Do you consider safety to be a part of your role? Questions like these and many others are discussed in our second episode of Coffee with Kelly - A Discussion on School Safety. Thanks for listening to our...

Share your thoughts and suggest future topics! Welcome to the first episode of our podcast where we dive deep into the world of school safety and security. In this episode, we’ll learn about our host Kelly Moore, CrisisGo's School Safety Analyst. We will sit down with Kelly and get to know him and his background and delve into the wealth of knowledge and experience that he brings to the table...