Teachers Heroic in Okla. Tornado
Once again, it appears that teachers acted with near-mind-boggling composure and courage in the face danger—and quite likely saved lives in the process. Read Full Post >
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May 21, 2013
May 02, 2013
Principal Swaps Security Guards for Art Teachers
According to NBC News, a school in Roxbury, Mass., has seen positive effects--at least in terms of academics and school culture--from cutting back on school security, and using those funds to up arts instruction. Read Full Post >
May 01, 2013
'Active Shooter' Drill Takes Teachers by Surprise at Ore. School
A charter school in rural Oregon staged an "active shooter" drill during an in-service day last week—but they didn't tell the teachers it was only a drill. Read Full Post >
April 16, 2013
Talking to Kids About Boston and Bombs
Just 24 hours ago, two bombs went off at the finish line of the Boston Marathon, killing three people, including an 8-year-old boy, and injuring some 170 more. There's also a good chance you'll need to address this horrifying event--which has been documented through vivid and often gruesome images--with your students. Read Full Post >
March 27, 2013
New Training for Teachers: Self Defense
In light of the December Newtown, Conn., school shooting and fears about school violence, some teachers, parents, and administrators are turning to self-defense classes. Read Full Post >
March 22, 2013
Citing Safety Concerns, Md. District Looks to Put Restrictions on Parents
A Maryland school district is considering a measure that would ban visitors at elementary schools from hugging other people's children. The policy would also prohibit parents and visitors from bringing homemade food to schools and limit lunchtime and recess visits. The proposed new rules were draft... Read Full Post >
March 04, 2013
Armed Teachers: Should Parents Have the Right to Know?
A Utah lawmaker has proposed a bill that would allow parents to find out if their children's teachers are carrying firearms at school, reports The Salt Lake Tribune. Read Full Post >
February 04, 2013
Preacher Offers Free Firearms Training for Teachers
The pastor of a Pentecostal church in Beaumont, Tex., who runs a firearms-training business on the side is now offering free shooting lessons to teachers and school administrators. Read Full Post >
January 30, 2013
After Newtown: 'Feels Like a New Era'
Can schools heighten safety precautions in schools without distressing students and teachers? Read Full Post >
January 29, 2013
The Latest in School Safety: Bullet-Resistant Dry-Erase Boards
Plenty of PR pitches for classroom products come our way, but this one for "bullet-resistant dry erase boards" got the office talking. Read Full Post >
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