Full Description
School Safety confronts one of the most urgent and unsettling challenges facing American education today: the alarming rise of school rampage shootings. As these once-unthinkable tragedies become tragically common, the need for informed, courageous, and capable leadership has never been greater.
This timely and essential book offers a comprehensive exploration of school safety, not merely as a set of protocols but as a complex, dynamic system requiring thoughtful coordination and decisive action. What sets School Safety apart is its unique approach—unpacking the intricate relationships among the many factors that influence safety in schools, and presenting practical, real-world strategies to manage and mitigate these risks.
Equally distinctive is the expert team behind the book: a diverse group of professionals whose combined skills, education, and deep experience in education, leadership, crisis response, and mental health create a richly informed and actionable resource. School Safety is a vital guide for school leaders, policymakers, educators, and anyone committed to creating safer, more resilient learning environments for all.
Contents
Preface
Acronym List
Chapter One - The Problem
Chapter Two - Organizational Theory, Leadership, and Management: The School-Law Enforcement Relationship
Chapter Three - Fostering a Culture of School Safety through Positive Relationships, Communication, Student Well-being, and Engaging Parents and the Community
Chapter Four - Training for Emergencies
Chapter Five - Communications in Crisis
Chapter Six - Principal Leadership During School Shootings: Ensuring Safety and Support
Chapter Seven - Concluding Thoughts and Recommendations
Appendices
Appendix A FBI School Active Shooter Incidents 2019-2023
Appendix B Online References
Appendix C Training Exercise Checklist
Appendix D Sample Emergency Contact List
Appendix E Sample Administrator Go Bog Checklist
Appendix F Sample Crisis Communication Checklist
Appendix G Sample Press Conference Checklist
Glossary
Author Biographies
