In this episode of SecurityDNA, join host Steve Lasky of SecurityInfoWatch and Max Schachter, a school safety advocate and founder of Safe Schools for Alex, for an important discussion about policy in the wake of mass shootings, how vital it is to implement training for active shooter situations, and the importance of prioritizing safety in our schools above all else.
After the tragedy at Parkland, Schachter has dedicated his life to his son’s memory by taking up the fight himself. Learn about his efforts to make lasting change in school safety policy, his mission to educate teachers, parents, and students about best practices in active shooter situations, and his unique experience as both an agent of change and a father seeking justice for his son.
Find this month’s episode of Security DNA here or listen below.
WHAT YOU WILL DISCOVER
- Why some schools appear underprepared for active shooter situations, even in the wake of a recent mass shooting.
- The importance of remaining up to date on active shooter training.
- What policies, centers, and websites Schachter has influenced and established to ensure that students, staff, and law enforcement remain vigilant in combating active threats.
- How Schachter’s experiences as a father and advocate have shaped his mission to educate the nation about school safety.
- What impact Schachter’s efforts have had on school safety nationwide.
RESOURCES
- Subscribe here.
- About/LinkedIn/Twitter
- safeschoolsforalex.org
