Description
Does your school or district have an effective plan in the event of a school crisis, and if so, has the staff been well-trained in how to respond and implement that plan in the event of an emergency? Often the right planning and training can make a substantial difference in the outcome of a situation. Join Brent Maguire as he discusses the importance of training staff on school security and emergency planning issues as well as what to consider when reviewing any existing school crisis plans and emergency guidelines. You will also learn how to create and test effective evacuation, lockdown, and other school safety drills.
Presented by Brent Maguire
Brent Maguire is the Program Director of Emergency Perparedness for Eastern Illinois Community Colleges. He holds a master’s degree in Criminal Justice Administration and a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. He spent fifteen years in law enforcement, including eight years as an investigator, and was assigned to the Internet Crimes Against Children’s Taskforce.
Objectives
- Discuss the importance of training staff on school security and emergency planning issues.
- Explain what to consider when reviewing any existing school crisis plans and emergency guidelines.
- Describe how to create and test effective evacuation, lockdown, and other school safety drills.
Special Technology Instructions
Assessment
Participants will join a collaborative backchannel chat and discuss how to plan and train for a school emergency to demonstrate their understanding of the session objectives and reflect on their learning.
Certificate
By completing/passing this course, you will attain the certificate SimpleK12 Certificate of Completion
Learning Credits
CEU 1.00
Badges
Viewed a 60 Min On-Demand Course
Value
50 points
Achieved
On course completion
