Security

Trends in School Security: 5 Steps to Prepare for and Prevent a Crisis

Date & Time: Wednesday, April 24th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute DA Ed Talk, a school security expert will outline effective strategies to bolster school safety, using a 5-step approach that will help district leaders prepare for and prevent a future crisis. 

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