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“Choosing an outside partner
that is an expert in safety and
regulatory compliance can be a
huge asset for a district.” By Michael Sander and Tom Strasburger
Meeting Today’s School Safety Challenges
Giving staff a voice to ensure employees have healthy working conditions
best practices
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Sustaining a safe environment for students and staff is—or at least should be—a key priority for all school districts. How- ever, without a comprehensive plan in place, this can be a chal- lenging endeavor. From managing ever-changing regulatory compliance requirements and ensuring the proper communi- cation channels are in place, to training staff and creating an overall
school culture rooted in safe practices, there are a lot of factors that district leaders need to address as part of an effective safety plan.
Franklin City Schools in Franklin, Ohio faced its own challenges with school safety before creating an effective, well-planned and com- prehensive approach to school safety that it could sustain long term. The town is home to over 11,000 people and located in the fast-grow-
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