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2013 10th Annual Safe Schools and Communities Conference
A wide variety of school safety topics will be addressed in the Safe Schools and Coummunties Conference. For the first time, law enforcement officers have teamed with school personnel to produce comprehensive school safety training sessions that address issues such as building security, drug abuse, active shooter psychology, bus crisis response, natural disaster response, suicide prevention, law updates, and much more.
The cost of the conference is $215.
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Monday, June 10th - Opening Session (9:00 - 10:10 am)
| 9:00AM - 10:10AM | “School Safety – Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow”
This fast-paced session will help dispel many of the school safety myths that dominate the American media and popular perception of school staff, students and parents. Attendees will hear a brief historical overview of major school safety incidents, followed by practical steps to make school a safer place where children can learn more effectively. This presentation will also examine the critical role that educators, mental health professionals, law enforcement officers and others play as role models for children who face extreme challenges. The session will conclude with a thought-provoking case study of a real child who was chronically bullied in school. |
Monday, June 10th - Clinic Session A (10:30-11:45am)
| 10:30AM - 11:45AM | A1 - Insults, Defiance, and De-escalations
Participants in this workshop will receive response guidance for insulting and defiant behavior in the classroom, including specific response techniques to neutralize negative interactions and promote positive ones. A formula for de-escalating “heated and aggressive” interactions will be demonstrated. Participants will be encouraged to identify personal insult triggers and get insight into governing instinctual counter aggression toward annoying and disruptive student behavior. |
| 10:30AM - 11:45AM | A2 - Elementary School Building Security and Emergency Preparedness
This session will examine building security and emergency procedures from an elementary school perspective. Topics of discussion include the roles and ongoing work of school crisis response teams, student crisis accounting procedures, tabletop drills, classroom emergency kits, substitute teacher procedures, emergency procedures for after-school programs staff training, and other preparedness strategies. |
| 10:30AM - 11:45AM | A3 - Synthetic and Herbal Substances Targeting our Youth
This presentation will provide basic information about synthetic/herbal/alcoholic and household products being used by youth and obtained both online and in the community. This presentation will discuss several types of products available both online and in our local communities. It will cover new ways youths are using old methods to get high or drunk as well as the warning signs of use and the health dangers associated with these products. |
| 10:30AM - 11:45AM | A4 - Investigation Questioning Techniques for the School Administrator
The goal of this session is to assist school administrators with the interview process during an investigation. Many times, too much focus is placed on the questions asked, and not enough focus on how those questions are asked. Attendees will learn processes commonly used by law enforcement officers and ideas for new strategies. |
| 10:30AM - 11:45AM | A5 - Psychology of the Active Shooter and Your Personal Safety
Participants in this session will get an updated look at the acts of violence and safety concerns in school buildings. The session will provide the audience with a variety of best practices for hardening these targets, as well as methodical mental preparation to identify and react in a controlled and rational manner to an emergency situation. A portion of this instructional block is focused specifically on active shooter response. |
| 10:30AM - 11:45AM | A6 - A Juvenile Charge Has Been Filed Against a Kid in my School. Now what?
The workshop will provide an overview of the juvenile justice process, with particular focus on the role of the court designated worker. It will also provide an insight to the court intake process, juvenile criteria for detention and diversion, explanation of charges as defined by Kentucky law, and disposition of the child’s case. Examples of typical diversion agreements will be discussed as well as tips on how to enhance collaboration with your local court designated worker. |
| 10:30AM - 11:45AM | A7 - Making Schools Safer through Planning, Preparedness and Empowerment
This interactive session will use a series of realistic, wide-ranging school crisis scenarios. The presenter will cover research- and assessment-based approaches as well as forensic evaluations of school crisis events. Participants will get information on approaches such as pattern matching and recognition, mental simulation and “Dorn Drills” – a simple and inexpensive way to improve the way regular school drills are conducted. |
| 10:30AM - 11:45AM | A8 - Bus Crashes and Transportation Emergencies: Preparedness and Response
School transportation incidents, whether minor or severe, are often chaotic both at the school and at the scene of the accident. Emergency response preparedness is important, as well as knowing what to expect on scene. An accident scene has multiple “zones” and plans must address all scenarios, from those needing immediate transport to those uninjured and still needing to get home. Both co-instructors will share their experiences and recommend ways to build or tweak your plan. |
Monday June 10th - Luncheon Session (Noon - 2:00 pm)
| 12:00PM - 2:00PM | Luncheon Session
10 Year celebration and awards luncheon. The law enforcement awards will be given by KYASRO, KCPC, and DARE associations. |
Monday, June 10th - Clinic Session B (2:15-3:30pm)
| 2:15PM - 3:30PM | B1 - What’s on the Technology Horizon
Rapid changes in technology present challenges for school administrators and teachers, from policy issues, new devices and security protocols to innovative criminal use. This presentation will address changing technology and how these changes could impact school and student safety. Topics will include encryption, cloud storage, social media and more. |
| 2:15PM - 3:30PM | B2 - Addicted: A Dose of Reality
This session provides an overview of a community awareness and prevention kit developed by Operation UNITE. The three-component education program combines parenting techniques, the science of addiction, and the ins and outs of trendy drugs. The kit includes PowerPoint presentations with video testimonies from recovering addicts and parents of addicts from Kentucky, detailed presenter notes, and brochures. The presenters will explain how to use the free kit in communities. |
| 2:15PM - 3:30PM | B3 - An Open Dialogue on School Security and Emergency Preparedness
Participants in this open-format, facilitated discussion will be able to ask questions and share ideas. The facilitator will open the session with a discussion on school security and access control; and suggested approaches for conducting school safety, security, climate, culture and emergency preparedness assessments. A wide variety of other topics will be covered and participants will be able to share success stories relating to school security and emergency preparedness. |
| 2:15PM - 3:30PM | B4 - Rising From the Rubble: Lessons Learned
See how a small Eastern Kentucky school district rose up from a devastating F3 tornado that ravaged the community, damaging two schools and destroying one. This session will focus on communication, teamwork, and efficient leadership by school leaders, community leaders, first responders, law enforcement, and all other agencies involved with getting students back to school in a safe environment. How was the district prepared? How were they unprepared? What changes have been implemented as a result of the crisis? |
| 2:15PM - 3:30PM | B5 - Best Practices for Supporting LGBTQI2-S Students in the School Environment
This interactive workshop is designed to engage participants in a basic understanding and awareness of the challenges faced by LGBTQI2-S (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, questioning, intersex and two-spirit) students while providing practical strategies and resources for improving school climate for all students. Each participant will be provided a GLSEN Safe Space Kit: A Guide to Being an Ally to LGBT Students and will leave the session with a plan for future action in their home school environment. |
| 2:15PM - 3:30PM | B6 - Student Discipline Case Law Update
KSBA’s staff attorney will survey and discuss recent student discipline cases that need to be on your radar screen. The program will include discussion and Q and A regarding search and seizure, student speech and due process cases from Kentucky, the U.S. Supreme Court and other states. The presentation will be based in part on KSBA’s Kentucky Student Discipline Desk Reference. |
| 2:15PM - 3:30PM | B7 - School Resource Officer Roundtable
This practical discussion among administrators and school resource officers will include the use of SROs to improve school safety and climate and best practices within the legal limitations that police officers must follow. During the discussion, SROs will be able to ask questions about how to handle difference scenarios that they face. Attendees will receive practical and proven techniques that have been used by veteran successful SROs and school administrators. |
| 2:15PM - 3:30PM | B8 - Workplace Violence on the School Campus
It is crucial for the school community to recognize and focus on prevention of workplace violence to ensure safety for all. This session will examine school violence and safety beyond the active shooter and lockdown protocols. Attendees will have an opportunity to explore safe options for their schools and districts. |
Tuesday, June 11th - Plenary Session (8:00-10:00am)
| 8:00AM - 10:00AM | “Wrecked: Responding to and Preventing Accidents Along the Internet Superhighway"
How do students get themselves into cyberbullying situations? How is their use of the Internet different from the way adults use it? The presenter will discuss lessons that law enforcement officers, teachers and administrators can learn about the responsible use of social networking. |
Tuesday, June 11th - Law Enforcement Training (8:00am-4:30pm) - (Plenary Session included) IF YOU CHOOSE THIS, YOU WILL NOT CHOOSE ANY IN SESSIONS C or D - Must attend the entire 8 hours, sign in and take exam to receive KLEC
| 8:30AM - 5:30PM | Success in a Multigenerational School Community
An understanding of the individuals who make up our school communities is crucial for their safety and success. This session will examine the generations that make up our schools, identifying their attributes and explaining how this understanding can enhance school safety and success. Participants will learn how to conduct a generational assessment to improve safety and security in their own school communities. |
Tuesday, June 11th - Clinic Session C (10:15-11:30am)
| 10:15AM - 11:30AM | C1 - Boundaries to Prevent Sex Abuse
Several high profile incidents and national media attention have cast a spotlight on sexual misconduct in public schools. This session will provide an overview of student-staff relationships and professional boundaries that must be maintained to reduce liability and assure students are protected from sexual harassment and abuse. |
| 10:15AM - 11:30AM | C2 - The Danger of Too Much Information
Social networking is rapidly changing the world as we know it. Information sharing, innovative applications and ease of use attract users of all ages. Along with the benefits, social networking also presents challenges and risks. The danger of too much information is a real and growing threat. This presentation will address risk factors overlooked by social network users, including features embedded in the technology, often without the user’s knowledge. |
| 10:15AM - 11:30AM | C3 - Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports: Learning from the Past, Preparing for the Future
Schools and districts in Kentucky have been implementing PBIS since 2004. This session showcases achievements, including reduction in office referrals and suspensions. The presentation includes an overview of the PBIS/RTI framework and the implementation process for those interested in beginning training in the PBIS framework in 2013-14. PBIS is supported by the Kentucky Department of Education. Training and materials are free. |
| 10:15AM - 11:30AM | C4 - Effective Identification and Referrals for Students at Risk for Suicide
Even before students receive prevention curriculum, schools should have identification and referral processes in place to ensure safety of students at risk for suicide. Participants will be updated on current suicide prevention laws affecting Kentucky schools. They will consider their own school’s readiness to address these needs and the first steps in policy and procedure revision. |
| 10:15AM - 11:30AM | C5 - School Safety Assessments – Best Practices
The Kentucky Center for School Safety’s safe school assessment provides an independent look at school building security as well as climate and culture to enhance the learning environment. The vast majority of school districts rate the process as extremely positive in its scope, approach, and recommendations. This session will examine the best practices used in Kentucky schools for safety policies, procedures and actions. |
Tuesday, June 11th - Clinic Session D (1:15-2:30pm)
| 1:15PM - 2:30PM | D1 - You Want Me to Talk About What? Implementing evidence-based school suicide prevention programs
Participants will dig into the current recommended suicide prevention curricula to understand implementation strategies and target audiences and leave with a plan for implementation for the coming school year. They will learn creative ways to incorporate suicide prevention into core curriculum requirements to determine best insertion points for effective and safe suicide prevention. |
| 1:15PM - 2:30PM | D2 - Creating a Positive Learning Environment
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports can curb the amount of time administrators spend on discipline and improve staff morale and student behavior. Participants will learn more about this research based, data-driven method improves school climate of your school. |
| 1:15PM - 2:30PM | D3 - Postvention planning for school safety and prevention
When a school experiences the death of a student or faculty member, one of the first questions beyond the initial “Why?” is “How do we help our students get through this?” Postvention policies and procedures in place prior to a death will allow the school to maintain structure and routine, manage reaction in a supportive and appropriate manner, and provide resources to minimize contagion risk. Participants will assess their own school’s readiness to deal with the death of a student or staff member, and will leave with a preliminary postvention plan. |
| 1:15PM - 2:30PM | D4 - Secure by Design
The built environment in and around schools is one of the most fundamental components of safety and security. Beyond the basics of lighting, windows and doors, a building’s design can be a powerful tool for keeping students and faculty safe. This thought-provoking session will present simple ways to transform existing campuses into safe environments, and state-of-the-art strategies to maximize security while providing an attractive environment in which occupants can feel safe and comfortable while learning. |
| 1:15PM - 2:30PM | D5 - Will We Be Prepared for School Emergencies?
This session will look closely at the School Crisis Management manual to ensure schools are following the recommendations by the Kentucky Center for School Safety, FEMA and the Department of Homeland Security. The school crisis plan is the most valuable tool in the safety management arsenal and should reflect current advisories and recommendations. A step-by-step process will be discussed to develop or revise district manuals. |
Wednesday, June 12th - D.A.R.E. Mandatory Training - (8:00am-12:00pm)
| 8:00AM - 12:00PM | D.A.R.E. Mandatory Training
D.A.R.E. mandatory training (D.A.R.E. officers only). |
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