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"Zero-tolerance policies were written over a decade ago with the best of intentions -- to prevent school violence. However, the way the policy is written has resulted in an epidemic of suspensions and expulsions."
Assemblymember V. Manuel Perez, D-Coachella, regarding proposed CA Assembly Bill 2537 that will alter zero-tolerance policy administration in schools.
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Common allergens in a school setting include insects, foods, latex, and medications. Exposure to an allergen can occur by ingestion, contact, or inhalation. A life-threatening allergic reaction can happen at any time, so all staff should be trained to identify the warning signs and correct response to anaphylaxis.
-Excerpt from SafeSchools Training's Health Emergencies: Life Threatening Allergies course.
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 California University Shooting - Former Student Kills 7
School shootings are unfortunately becoming frequent headlines in the U.S. again. Students who are unable to deal with problems in a rational matter are instead taking their aggressions out on innocent victims. In April, a gunman entered Oikos University in Oakland, California looking for a female administrator. When he couldn't find her, he opened fire on random students, killing seven and wounding three others.
We hope that you will never encounter a situation like this, but in the event one does, it is critical that your staff are prepared to act. SafeSchools Training offers a number of expert-authored courses that you will find valuable as you plan for and possibly respond to a crisis on your campus:
Our goal is to help you prevent a crisis, but we know that sometimes it is impossible to deter violence, so we've developed courses to help you effectively deal with the aftermath of violence and move forward as well:
These courses are all available as part of your SafeSchools Training subscription. To see an overview of the system, please click here. Or call 1.800.434.0154 for more information today!
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 Lights, Camera, Action!
This spring, SafeSchools made its official YouTube™ debut with a series of new informational videos. If you've wanted to learn more about our Training and Online Incident Reporting programs, but just haven't found the time, take a minute now - you'll be glad you did!
If you'd like to set up a guest account or schedule an in-depth demo, please call 1.800.434.0154.
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National Allergy and Asthma
Awareness Month
May is National Allergy and Asthma Awareness Month. Asthma and allergies affect one in five Americans, with asthma being the most common chronic condition for children. An estimated fifty million people in the United States suffer with some type of allergy, many of which are children.
In a school setting it is important to know the appropriate steps to take when a student or staff member has an asthma or allergy attack. Sometimes it can be a matter of life or death. SafeSchools Training offers multiple expert-authored courses on asthma and allergy management. Health Emergencies: Asthma Awareness focuses on the symptoms, treatment, and monitoring of asthma and is designed for all school personnel involved with students with asthma. SafeSchools Training's Health Emergencies: Life-Threatening Allergies course is a concise tutorial designed to teach school staff the basics of allergies, anaphylaxis, and anaphylactic shock. The goal of the Medication Administration: Epinephrine Auto-Injectors course is to provide a basic understanding of the procedures required to safely administer an epinephrine auto-injector to a student who is having a severe allergic reaction.
For more information, please call 1.800.434.0154.
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 National School Nurse Day
Educators know that a student's health status is directly related to his or her ability to learn. On May 9th, we celebrate the vital role that School Nurses play in the health of our students with National School Nurse Day. We thought our School Nurse readers would enjoy this light-hearted poem that was shared at the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) Conference in Dallas, Texas.
Top Ten Reasons for Becoming a School Nurse- You don't need a "real" salary.
- You enjoy the "fringe" benefits such as long lunches, frequent breaks, spacious health suites, and endless supplies.
- You like answering silly questions like, "Do you miss being a REAL NURSE?"
- You like large bulky-shaped jewelry representing medical equipment.
- You get an "Adrenaline Rush" when you receive mail from the State Department of Public Health and the State Department of Education.
- You like to wear sensible shoes and carry large tote bags.
- You enjoy late night reading about teen pregnancy, adolescent hygiene problems, and tinea capitis.
- You have a compulsion for completing surveys and monthly reports.
- You realize that "nit picker" is an honorable profession.
- You have the wisdom to know that vomitus and nosebleeds are great appetite suppressants.
While School Nurses are responsible for the everyday scraped knee and upset stomach, they're also normally in charge of mandatory BBP training too. This can mean finding time in an already busy day to schedule training and then travel between buildings to conduct the sessions. That's where SafeSchools Training can help! Our Health library includes a number of valuable BBP courses:
These courses can be automatically assigned and tracked through your SafeSchools Training system, making compliance a breeze. The courses can be done individually online, or in a group setting, whatever your preference. Take the headache out of BBP training with SafeSchools Training!
For more information, please call 1.800.434.0154 or email info@safeschools.com.
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National Transportation Month
In March, an Indiana school bus driver became a hero for saving 11 children, right before a tornado hit the small town of Henryville. Her decision to return to the school instead of continuing her route as planned, was a lifesaving decision. Minutes after she evacuated the bus, it was picked up by the tornado and thrown into a restaurant. Her ability to stay calm in a highly stressful situation and make good decisions allowed her to lead her students to safety.
School bus drivers are an integral part of your school community and are responsible for one of the most important jobs in your district - the safe transportation of your students. SafeSchools Training offers a number of Transportation Safety courses to help ensure your staff are prepared for the many different scenarios they may encounter on the job, including:
Take a minute this month to say "Thank you" to your Bus Drivers for the important work they do. They'll appreciate it!
For more information on our Transportation Safety courses, please call 1.800.434.0154.
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Visit SafeSchools in Person
Throughout the year, you can find SafeSchools at various trade shows, conferences and education-related events across the country. Look for us this month at the following events:
Michigan School Business Officials (MSBO) Annual Conference - May 1-3, Detroit, MI
Indiana Association of School Business Officials (IASBO) Annual Conference - May 9-11, French Lick, IN
Virginia Association of School Business Officials (VASBO) Annual Conference - May 21-23, Newport News, VA
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