In this episode of School Safety Today by Raptor Technologies, Michelle Dawn Mooney sat down with Adam Coughran, President, Safe Kids, Inc. During the conversation, they discussed proactive strategies for preventing violence in schools, focusing on the importance of communication channels within schools, behavioral awareness, and community involvement to aid in early detection and intervention.

In today’s episode of School Safety Today by Raptor Technologies, join host Dr. Amy Grosso as she sits down with Michael Matthews, the Director of Operations for the Fairview Park City School District in the Greater Cleveland Area. Together, they discuss the crucial preparations and strategies necessary for ensuring a safe return to school for students and staff.

KEY POINTS:

• The importance of balancing physical safety measures with the well-being of students and staff

• Implementing small, manageable changes over time rather than overwhelming staff with large-scale reform

• The critical role of engaging the entire school community, including staff and local agencies

Our guest, Michael Matthews, is the Director of Operations for the Fairview Park City School District in the Greater Cleveland Area. Michael oversees all operational aspects of the district, including business affairs and human resources. With fifteen years of experience as an Elementary Principal and Associate Middle School Principal and eight years as an Elementary Teacher, Michael is dedicated to prioritizing the well-being of students and staff in every decision, ensuring that all stakeholders have the essential tools for success.

In this episode of School Safety Today by Raptor Technologies Michelle Dawn Mooney sat down with special guest, Carrie Mockler, the Vice President of Operations at PublicSchoolWORKS, a Raptor Technologies company. PublicSchoolWORKS

is a fully automated, all-in-one learning management system for online training for school staff and a comprehensive risk management program.

Key Takeaways:

• Why having a Safety and Compliance Program is important.

• How to create a sustainable solution in an ever-changing landscape.

• How to get buy-in from staff who are already overwhelmed with initiatives.

In her 15 years at PSW, Carrie Mockler has transformed it into the K-12 safety and wellness trailblazer it is today. Carrie has been described as a people-centric leader and the heartbeat of the organization, and in her time there, she has built an infrastructure that ensures long-term positive outcomes for teachers, staff, and students.