The Safe and Sound Institute® presents regional Summits, workshops and trainings with national level experts in school safety to actively engage and connect all stakeholders in the process of improving school safety. GET STARTED TODAY Training Topics Also Include: Bully Prevention and Intervention Social Skill Development Medical First Aid Substance Abuse Prevention & Intervention School Safety & Security Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Building a Culture of Safety School Leadership Student Safety Training Emergency Operations Planning Family Support Planning (Reunification) Crisis Communications And more! Cyber Security, Policy & Prevention Event & Curriculum Development School-Based Threat Assessment Emergency Operations Planning Social Emotional Learning Trauma Informed Schools Assessing Digital & Social Media Threats Physical Safety Assessments Safety for Students with Special Needs Suicide Prevention & Postvention Protocols Active Assailant Education & Training Anonymous Tip Program Development Our team of experts is here to empower yours—offering expert training and strategic consulting across a broad range of subjects. Discover the areas where we provide the most impact, and let’s collaborate to bring your vision to life. Reach out today to get started. Projects We Frequently Consult On Community Engagement Emergency Operations Planning Layered Systems of Security Supporting Students' Basic & Immediate Needs Comprehensive School Safety Topics We Frequently Train On Our team of experts is here to empower your staff by providing expert training across a broad range of subjects. Discover the areas we offer training on and reach out today to get started. Anonymous Reporting Multi-tiered Systems of Support for Safety & Success Suicide Prevention, Intervention & Postvention School Law & Policy Crisis Response & Recovery School-Based Threat Assessment Stop the Bleed Custom In-Person & Virtual Professional Development & Training The Safe and Sound Institute® presents regional Summits, workshops and trainings with national level experts in school safety to actively engage and connect all stakeholders in the process of improving school safety. Connecting stakeholders, building common language, and setting the foundation for collaborative work, our Summits, workshops, and trainings bring together regional stakeholders for greater impact and the long-lasting relationships required to ensure school safety. States, regions, counties, and districts can maximize their resources by bringing together the multiple agencies, professions, and perspectives required for a truly collaborative and meaningful approach to school safety, increasing efficiency and productivity to rethink school safety. Safe and Sound Schools® tailors each Summit, workshop, and training session to the unique needs of local stakeholders and communities in the form of stand-alone events, or as part of a regional or state tour to reach more stakeholders in a shorter time frame. This concentrated focus builds collaboration, increases resource sharing and builds networks for continued school safety improvement. Participants interact, learn and share best practices, and become resources to each other as they assess, act and audit their school safety efforts, together. LEARN MORE Meet Our Team of Experts This national network includes Safe and Sound team members as well as leading experts representing every facet of comprehensive school safety and student well-being. Together, we deliver customized training tailored to your team’s priorities, schedule, and goals. Meet a few of the experts ready to support your community: Michele Gay Founder & Executive Director, Safe and Sound Schools Ben Fernandez Director of Programs & Curriculum Development Kate Shaw Associate Director of Projects & Training, Safe and Sound Schools Susan Payne Founder & Executive Director, Safe2Tell Dr. CJ Huff Educator and Child Advocate Antionette King Physical & Cyber Security Expert Dr. Melissa Reeves Former President, National Association of School Psychologists Dave Okada President, Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP) Paul Timm PSP, Physical Security Expert AnneMoss Rogers Mental Health and Suicide Education Expert Dr. Scot Poland Professor, Licensed Psychologist, Expert on School Violence Theresa Campbell Founder, President & CEO of Safer Schools Together Dr. Greg Gerber Assistant Professor at the New York Institute of Technology, Vancouver CONTACT US NOW Book a Custom Consult TO DISCUSS YOUR PROJECT TODAY! Our expert team is dedicated to empowering school safety stakeholders across the U.S. and beyond with training and tailored consulting. If none of our existing programs are the perfect fit, we also offer customized consulting to help you strengthen your school safety efforts. Please complete the form below to get started, and a member of our team will be in touch soon! Safe and Sound INSTITUTE CONTACT US

FEATURED SPEAKERS Close SPEAKER PERSPECTIVE Filter items with SpeakerPerspective Educator (Teacher, School Counselor, Special Educator) Law Enforcement/Public Safety Medical (Crisis/Emergency Responder, School Nurse) Parent/Guardian Practitioner (Mental Health Professional, Social Worker, Crisis Responder) School Leadership (Principal, Administrator, District Leader) School-based Mental Health (Psychologist, Social Worker, Counselor) Survivor RESET FILTER COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL SAFETY DISCIPLINE Filter items with Comprehensive School Safety Discipline Culture, Climate & Community Health & Wellness Leadership, Law & Privacy Mental & Behavioral Health Operations & Emergency Management Safety & Security PREVENTION & INTERVENTION Filter items with Prevention & Intervention Bullying & Cyberbullying Prevention Digital Safety & Online Threats Grooming & Exploitation, Intervention Strategies Identifying & Supporting At-Risk Students Leader-care/Self-care MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) Security Sexual Abuse Prevention Substance Use & Addiction Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Support FILTER BY TOPIC Total Results: 29 EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & RESPONSE Filter items with Emergency Preparedness & Response Active Shooter Prevention & Response Best Practices for Drills Emergency Preparedness & Response Staying Safe Stop the Bleed RESILENCE & RECOVERY Filter items with Resilience & Recovery Childhood Trauma & Adverse Experiences Lessons Learned from Tragedy Recovery & Resilience After Tragedy Trauma-Informed Practices Turning Pain Into Purpose THREAT ASSESSMENT Filter by Threat Assessment Averted School Violence Case Studies Behavioral Threat Assessment & Management Digital Threat Assessment Physical Security & Risk Assessment School Shooters: Profiles & Prevention Violence Prevention Strategies SAFETY OF SPECIAL POPULATIONS Filter by Safety of Special Populations Inclusive School Safety Practices LGTBQ+ & Safety Special Education Considerations TYPE OF PRESENTATION Filter by Type of Presentation Breakout Sessions Keynote Presentation Professional Development Training & Workshops FEATURED SPEAKER Filter items with FlagText FEATURED SPEAKER DR. STEPHANIE GRANT Developmental Psychologist, Neurodevelopment and Trauma Expert Learn More ANTOINETTE KING, CISSP Physical & Cyber Security Expert Learn More ANNEMOSS ROGERS Mental Health and Suicide Education Expert Learn More BEN FERNANDEZ Lead School Psychologist Northern Virginia School System Learn More DR. CJ HUFF Educator and Child Advocate Learn More DR. SAVAHANNA WAGNER Co-Founder Rescue in Color Emergency Medical Expert Learn More FRANK DEANGELIS Retired Principal of Columbine High School Learn More JONATHAN CRISTALL Prosecutor Certified Sexual Violence Prevention Instructor, Digital Safety Advocate, Author Learn More LISA HAMP Survivor of the Virginia Tech Shooting Learn More MICHELE GAY Founder and Executive Director of Safe and Sound Schools Sandy Hook Parent Learn More MICHELLE DENAULT Survivor of Educator Sexual Abuse Learn More MISSY DODDS Survivor of the Red Lake High School Shooting Learn More MOLLY BRADLEY HUDGENS School Counselor and Congressional Medal of Honor Citizens Honor Recipient Learn More OFFICER MEG SOULTZ Co-Founder Rescue in Color Public Safety and Emergency Medical Expert Learn More PAUL TIMM PSP, Physical Security Expert Learn More AJ DEANDREA Retired Police Chief & Tactical Lead Trainer Learn More BRIAN TOWNSEND Retired Supervisory Special Agent/Resident Agent in Charge with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Learn More DANIEL JEWISS Lead Investigator for the Sandy Hook School Shooting Learn More DAVE OKADA President, Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP) Learn More DR. AMANDA NICKERSON Professor and Director of the Alberti Center for Bullying Abuse Prevention Learn More DR. MELISSA REEVES Former President of the National Association of School Psychologists Learn More DR. PETER LANGMAN Author and Expert in the Psychology of School Shooters Learn More DR. SCOTT POLAND Professor/Licensed Psychologist and Expert on School Violence Learn More DR. STEPHEN BROCK Nationally Certified School Psychologist and Licensed Educational Psychologist Learn More DR. TODD SAVAGE Professor of School Psychology Learn More JIN KIM FBI Veteran/Expert on Active Shooter & Workplace Violence Preparedness Learn More JOHN MCDONALD Co-founder & Chief Operating Officer, Council for School Safety Leadership (CSSL) Learn More MADALENA DEANDREA Borderline Bar and Grill Shooting Survivor & Resiliency Advocate Learn More NATALIE HAMMOND Elementary Principal and Sandy Hook School Shooting Survivor Learn More All speaking engagements are coordinated through Brian at Kirkland Productions. To coordinate an event, please contact Brian at brian@kirklandproductions.com or 866-769-9037 Book A Safe and Sound SPEAKER TODAY Our nationally recognized team of speakers are available for your event! Please complete the form below to get started, and a member of our team will be in touch soon! Empowering School Communities From keynotes to hands-on workshops and community-wide forums, our speakers can adapt their delivery approach to meet the unique needs of your event. 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From prevention through recovery, Safe and Sound Schools’® national network of experts can help your school or district plan and prepare for safety. With extensive backgrounds and experience in School Psychology, Emergency Planning and Management, School-based Policing, Weather & Disaster Preparedness, Physical Safety, Culture, Special Education and more, our subject matter experts combine best practice guidance and real-world application to help you build school safety in your community. Get Help from the Experts From prevention through recovery, Safe and Sound Schools’ national network of experts can help your school or district plan and prepare for safety. With extensive backgrounds and experience in school psychology, emergency planning and management, school-based policing, weather & disaster preparedness, physical safety, school culture, special education, and more, our subject matter experts combine best practice guidance and real-world application to help you build, customize, and continually refine school safety in your community. Take a look at the topics below to see how we can help with your comprehensive school safety needs and contact us today to get started. Cyber Security, Policy & Prevention Event & Curriculum Development Assessing Digital & Social Media Threats Social Emotional Learning Physical Safety Assessments Projects We Frequently Consult On Our national network of experts is here to empower yours—offering expert training and strategic consulting across a broad range of subjects. Discover the areas where we provide the most impact, and let’s collaborate to bring your vision to life. Reach out today to get started. Anonymous Tip Program Development Active Assailant Education & Training Safety for Students with Special Needs Trauma Informed Schools Suicide Prevention & Postvention Protocols School-Based Threat Assessment Emergency Operations Planning GET STARTED TODAY Cyber Security, Policy & Prevention Event & Curriculum Development School-Based Threat Assessment Emergency Operations Planning Social Emotional Learning Trauma Informed Schools Assessing Digital & Social Media Threats Physical Safety Assessments Safety for Students with Special Needs Suicide Prevention & Postvention Protocols Active Assailant Education & Training Anonymous Tip Program Development Our team of experts is here to empower yours—offering expert training and strategic consulting across a broad range of subjects. Discover the areas where we provide the most impact, and let’s collaborate to bring your vision to life. Reach out today to get started. Projects We Frequently Consult On LEARN MORE Meet Our National Network of Experts Our national network includes members of the Safe and Sound team as well as experts from other disciplines across comprehensive school safety and student wellness. With deep relationships and unparalleled expertise, we can customize teams to address any consulting and technical assistance need. Meet some of our experts: Michele Gay Founder & Executive Director, Safe and Sound Schools Ben Fernandez Director of Programs and Training, Safe and Sound Schools Kate Shaw Associate Director of Projects & Training, Safe and Sound Schools Susan Payne Founder & Executive Director, Safe2Tell Dr. CJ Huff Educator and Child Advocate Antionette King Physical & Cyber Security Expert Dr. Melissa Reeves Former President, National Association of School Psychologists Dave Okada President, Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP) Paul Timm PSP, Physical Security Expert AnneMoss Rogers Mental Health and Suicide Education Expert Dr. Scot Poland Professor, Licensed Psychologist, Expert on School Violence Theresa Campbell Founder, President & CEO of Safer Schools Together Dr. Greg Gerber Assistant Professor at the New York Institute of Technology, Vancouver CONTACT US NOW Book a Custom Consult TO DISCUSS YOUR PROJECT TODAY! Our expert team is dedicated to empowering school safety stakeholders across the U.S. and beyond with training and tailored consulting. If none of our existing programs are the perfect fit, we also offer customized consulting to help you strengthen your school safety efforts. Please complete the form below to get started, and a member of our team will be in touch soon! Consulting & TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CONTACT US

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Several of these organizations are school safety and security related. It is the responsibility of the consumer to research, vet, and decide whether any of our partners’ services or products may be of benefit to their individual school community. Safe and Sound Schools® makes no product or service recommendations or endorsements. Additionally, as a matter of policy, we do not accept partnership inquiries from organizations related to alcohol, tobacco, firearms, and firearms defense products. PARTNER TESTIMONIALS STATUS SOLUTIONS “Status Solutions recognizes the need to cultivate relationships with those who desire the same outcome. Our sponsorship with Safe and Sound Schools® educates Status Solutions with an honest perspective, allowing us to see the full picture. This relationship is the beginning of an empowerment initiative, uniting our communities to achieve one common goal—safer schools.” Mike MacLeod, President RAPTOR TECHNOLOGIES “Our partnership with Safe and Sound Schools® is an element of our commitment to helping local communities ensure the safety of their children and improving school security by utilizing tools and resources that stop potential threats the moment they walk through the door. Together we’re making our schools safer and creating a community that recognizes student safety as a top priority.” Jim Vesterman, CEO NAVIGATE360 “Safe and Sound Schools® is a remarkable organization with an incredible mission to inform, educate, and deliver critical school safety knowledge to school communities.” Jim Hummel, COO BECOME A PARTNER Your corporation, business, or organization may become a Safe and Sound Schools® corporate partner or supporter. Your contribution will enable us to develop and deliver materials to the nation’s school communities, at no charge, providing education, awareness, and resources for the improvement of school safety and security. BE A PART OF OUR NATIONAL SAFETY COMMUNITY PROVIDE EDUCATION, TOOLS, AND RESOURCES TO SCHOOLS AND LEADERS NATIONWIDE SHARE YOUR ORGANIZATION’S THOUGHT LEADERSHIP ENGAGE AND INTERACT WITH SCHOOL COMMUNITIES MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE SAFETY OF OUR NATION’S SCHOOLS Safe and Sound Schools PARTNERSHIP REQUEST FORM We greatly appreciate your interest in partnering with Safe and Sound Schools. Due to the high volume of inquiries we receive and the limited number of partnerships we can support each year, we ask that you complete the application form below. This information helps our Partnership Committee thoughtfully evaluate opportunities and ensure alignment with our mission and organizational capacity. Partnership Application Criteria All potential partners are evaluated using the following foundational considerations: Alignment with Our Mission Demonstrated commitment to advancing school safety, prevention, and student wellness in ways that complement Safe and Sound Schools’ mission and work. Values Alignment Commitment to collaboration, integrity, transparency, and student-centered safety practices. Organizational Stability and Experience Organizations must be established and operational for a minimum of three years. Professional Reputation and Collaboration History Applicants must provide four professional references, preferably including organizations or individuals familiar with Safe and Sound Schools’ work or with experience collaborating within the school safety field. Mutual Respect and Credibility Demonstrated history of ethical engagement, professional conduct, and positive standing within the education and safety communities. Additional Partnership Guidelines Business Development Requests Safe and Sound Schools is unable to enter partnerships primarily intended to advise or help startups or emerging organizations build, launch, or market new products, services, or businesses. Product and Industry Restrictions As a matter of organizational policy, we do not partner with organizations involved in the sale, distribution, or promotion of certain products or services, including but not limited to: Alcohol or tobacco products Firearms or firearm-related sales and distribution Commercial safety equipment intended for students as protective gear (such as ballistic backpacks or similar products) Non-Exclusivity and Nonprofit Neutrality Safe and Sound Schools maintains a position of nonprofit neutrality and does not enter exclusive partnerships. Collaboration with one organization does not constitute endorsement, exclusivity, or limitation of our ability to collaborate with other aligned partners. 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Safe and Sound EVENTS Explore our events featuring top school safety experts on today's most critical topics. HOST AN EVENT “I have never heard from a more inspirational group than I have the last 2 days… I am so thankful to have heard your stories and found them so inspirational. Keep saying the names of the lives lost, keep telling your stories. Thank you!” – Nicole, Attendee EXCLUDE PAST EVENTS 2026 SOUTHEAST SCHOOL SAFETY SUMMIT REGISTER NOW – February 26 & 27 Join Safe and Sound Schools and the Green River Regional Educational Cooperative (GRREC) for an impactful and inspiring two-day event. Learn from nationally recognized speakers, explore best practices, discover programs, and gain actionable insights for your schools and communities. Don’t miss your opportunity to attend! LEARN MORE BTAM Symposium at Lincoln Center REGISTER NOW – October 28 & 29 Join us for the premier gathering for school leaders dedicated to advancing safety and modern violence prevention strategies across campuses nationwide. This event is designed to bring together federal agency leaders and nationally recognized experts to deliver critical updates, actionable insights, and innovative, evidence-based solutions. LEARN MORE NORTHEAST SCHOOL SAFETY SUMMIT DETAILS COMING SOON Join Safe and Sound Schools for an impactful and inspiring two-day event. Learn from nationally recognized speakers, explore best practices, discover programs, and gain actionable insights. LEARN MORE INTERNATIONAL SUMMIT ON THREAT ASSESSMENT This event has concluded. Join Safe and Sound Schools, Safer Schools Together, and the Beaverton School District for three transformative days of actionable insights, expert-led sessions, and invaluable connections. Open to international attendees, this is an event school leaders and BTAM teams do not want to miss! LEARN MORE 2025 MIDWEST SCHOOL SAFETY SUMMIT This event has concluded. Join Safe and Sound Schools and the Plymouth Police Department for an impactful and inspiring two-day event. Learn from nationally recognized speakers, explore best practices, discover programs, and gain actionable insights for your schools and communities. Don’t miss your opportunity to attend! LEARN MORE LESSONS IN PREVENTION WEBINAR This event has concluded. Join Safe and Sound Schools and NASRO for an engaging and informative webinar as we explore the Averted School Violence (ASV) Project and recognize these meaningful acts. The discussion will feature real-world cases analyzed for key takeaways to help attendees recognize warning signs, strengthen safety systems, and build more resilient schools. LEARN MORE THE TALL COP EMERGING DRUGS TRENDS CONFERENCE This event has concluded. Join Tall Cop Says Stop and Safe and Sound Schools for the 4th Annual Emerging Drug Trends Conference—an exclusive drug education, prevention and enforcement conference highlighting an array of superior speakers with expert knowledge. LEARN MORE GANGS, GUNS AND SCHOOL VIOLENCE PREVENTION This event has concluded. After 16 impactful years of the Gangs & Guns Training Symposium, we were proud to help expand the scope of this event to address broader aspects of school violence prevention. It was a deeply impactful event—an invaluable opportunity to lead the international conversation on school violence prevention and strengthen the connections that help keep our students, schools, and communities safe and sound LEARN MORE K-12 SCHOOLS & CAMPUS SAFETY SYMPOSIUM This event has concluded. Join Safe and Sound Schools and the Bureau Consortium for an event event is designed to bring together federal agency leaders and nationally recognized experts to deliver critical updates, actionable insights, and innovative, evidence-based solutions. LEARN MORE EASTERN WEST VIRGINIA This event has concluded. The safety of our schools and communities is a shared responsibility, and we invite you to be part of both the conversation and the solution! This summit is a timely and vital event featuring nationally recognized speakers who will guide us through best practices, innovative programs, and actionable insights. LEARN MORE SOUTHEAST SCHOOL SAFETY SUMMIT 2024 This event has concluded. Rethink school safety at the Southeast School Safety Summit. Learn and network with nationally recognized experts and walk away with best practices and programs for comprehensive school safety. LEARN MORE NATIONAL SUMMIT ON SCHOOL SAFETY This event has concluded. Join us for three days of inspiring keynotes, expert panels, and deep-dive breakout sessions led by another incredible line-up of national school safety leaders and practitioners. LEARN MORE Host an Event Be a Champion in Your Community The Burlington Police Department teamed up with the Safe & Sound Schools to host the Northeast School Safety Summit at the Cafe Escadrille, where professionals from all areas of school safety came together to share information and experience. READ ARTICLE Interested in bringing a school safety event to your community? Safe and Sound Schools is here to support your efforts with expert guidance and resources. Contact us today to learn how we can collaborate to make your school community safer and more prepared. CONTACT US NEED A KEYNOTE SPEAKER? WE CAN HELP. Many of our premier events feature speakers from the Safe and Sound Speakers Bureau. With more than 23 advocates and experts, you are sure to find the right fit for your next event. 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