Prioritizing Student Safety Throughout the School Day

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About this Webinar

Every school carries a profound responsibility to ensure that students are safe, secure, and supported from the moment they arrive on campus until they return to their families. Join Michele Gay from Safe and Sound Schools as we explore strategies to uphold duty of care, curtail unwanted student behavior and maximize instructional time.

Key Webinar Takeaways

Discover effective strategies to manage end-of-day operations to help reduce safety risks and ensure accountability.
Learn how efficient student movement practices keep students in the classroom, maximizing instructional time.
Gain insights into fostering accountability and ensuring every student feels safe on campus.
Explore the impact of issues like vaping, bullying, and unsanctioned meetups on student safety and learning, and how to tackle these issues proactively.

About the Presenter

Michele Gay,

Founder & Executive Director, Safe and Sound Schools

Michele Gay, mother, educator, and co-founder of Safe and Sound Schools, became an advocate for school safety after losing her daughter Josephine in the Sandy Hook tragedy on December 14, 2012. With a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education from Towson State University and a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from McDaniel College, she previously taught in Maryland and Virginia public schools.

Now a recognized public speaker and school safety expert, Gay consults with schools, municipalities, law enforcement, and government agencies. She is the primary visionary behind Safe and Sound’s programs and materials, contributing to national legislative discussions and media outlets. Gay's work emphasizes a comprehensive approach to community safety, uniting stakeholders across disciplines.

Inspired by her daughter, Gay dedicates herself to enhancing safety in schools and communities, ensuring they are truly safe and sound.