KSDE Safe and Supportive Schools Conference

School safety is linked to improved student and school outcomes. Intentionality around planning is required by teams to address a comprehensive Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), build systems of support for at-risk populations, and ideally address school safety prior to a crisis. Teaming should be the foundation of a comprehensive approach to maintaining a safe school, which offers a balance between physical and psychological safety. By fostering collaboration among educators, administrators, counselors, and community partners, schools can proactively identify risks, create supportive environments, and respond quickly to emerging situations. This collective effort builds trust, ensures student well-being, and strengthens the school's ability to handle crises effectively. Participants will gain knowledge in building these systems of support and obtain resources to navigate teaming around crisis prevention.

People, in general, don't know how to listen well. They might hear perfectly fine, yet not be a good listener. It is a skill that first has be to introduced to us then requires constant work and attention on ourselves, not on the communication skills of those around us. We can't control when someone is struggling, fearful, or dysregulated. We can learn to control how we listen to them to create safety and support. We will look at how we hear key words and see key expressions that trigger our problem solving skills, our desire to jump in and fix, advise, and rescue others from their pains.
Come to this session ready to practice HOW TO listen and be ready to leave behind your well-intentioned advice for others.

An overview of the KSICS radio system, its use and availability to schools. WPS, GETS, TSP and PACE planning for emergency communications.