From the Desk of Greg: A Look at the Technology Behind Badge Messenger
Badge Messenger is always with you. Whether that be for small communication necessities or time-pressing catastrophes, this unique two-way messenger alert system is your aid within arm's reach. Learn more from Greg at Badge Messenger.
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 MoreTenure Track? Recruiting & Retention of Today's New Teachers
Stagnant salaries, long hours, and a general lack of respect — these are just some of the reasons new teachers quit.
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 MoreBadge Messenger: You can't Afford Not to Add it to Your District
Don't make the mistake of ignoring things that can pay for themselves. When it comes to communication tools for teachers, your district can't afford to skip a school messaging system.
Read More5 Key Areas of Technology Professional Development for Teachers
K–12 teachers are interested in adopting technology, but low confidence in their abilities to use it well enough to make the integration worth the investment is a significant barrier. Read Eli Zimmerman's article on EdTech about areas of professional development for teachers.
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 More4 FAQs About School Safety in 2019
School safety is on the top of the minds of parents, students, teachers, and school administrators alike, and for good reason. An uptick in school shootings and natural disasters are threatening their lives.
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