More School Security Measures: Is It a Good Strategy for School Safety?
Jared Black smiled on his way to school, thinking of his birthday party the next day. But the party to celebrate his 17 years in this world never happened. Read more on this article by the National School Boards Association.
Read MoreWhat School Safety Really Means Today
Children continue to be injured and parents continue to bring lawsuits over daily hazards that could be prevented with the right tools.
Read MoreThat Emergency Alert App at Your School Isn't All it's Cracked Up to Be
If you've ever used an emergency alert app in your school before, it was probably a hard sell.
Read MoreSchools Are Spending Billions on High-Tech Security. But Are Students Any Safer?
The uncertainty over how to prevent school shootings — and the horrifying consequences of failing to do so — has created a business opportunity. Read the NBC News article written by Jon Schuppe.
Read MoreBarricade or Flee? Simulator Trains Educators and Police for School Shootings
Teachers, administrators, and police officers sat in rows at laptop computers, enacting a scenario they hope to never experience in real life. Read Evie Blad's piece on Education Week about the simulator that trains educators and police for school shootings.
Read More3 Ways to Constantly Improve Your School's Emergency Protocol
More than a fifth of school districts in the United States lacks a comprehensive emergency preparedness plan to respond to natural disasters and other emergencies, according to one study.
Read MorePros & Cons of Badge Messenger
From herd mentality to market share, Badge Messenger's list of pros and cons are listed for your information as you vet our school messaging system.
Read MoreTech Not Guns: Using Technologies to Keep Schools Safe
While most schools already closely monitor who is coming and going, keeping track of thousands of students, teachers, parents, and other visitors on paper alone can be a challenge. Read Cait Etherington's piece from eLearning Inside on what tech helps.
Read More10 Signs You're Ready to Upgrade Your School's Communication System
Knowing when it’s time to breathe new life into your school’s communication is crucial to ensuring the safety of your staff and students.
Read MoreWhy Badge Messenger: A Personal Story
Badge Messenger is a two-way communicator that is small, comfortable, instant, rechargeable and it doesn’t require existing wireless, cellular, or network systems. At a touch of a button, it can connect classrooms to a central location like your school's office to report an issue - minor or emergency.
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