School Safety & Security Resources
Navigating the complexities of school safety requires access to the latest data, legal updates, and evidence-based practices. At Advance Security & Leadership, we curate high-impact resources from trusted national organizations and recognized experts. Whether you are a security director developing a new emergency operation plan (EOP) or a school administrator looking for trauma-informed drill facilitation tools, these resources serve as a foundation for building a culture of systematic safety.
nasro
lauren Trantham
Anti-Human Trafficking
Disruptors Org Website
Disrupting the Demand Organization:
Epik Project Website
Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP)
Website - Youth Arrest Rates
Texas school safety center
Critical Incident Review: Active Shooter at Robb Elementary School
national threat assessment center (ntac)
ode - school safety and emergency management
international association of chiefs of police (iacp) - after action reviews
K12 School shooting database
iloveuguys
oem - oregon department of emergency management
Frequently Asked Questions
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We recommend starting with the Secure School Tool and the Texas School Safety Center frameworks. These provide a prioritized roadmap for security improvement plans and baseline assessments.
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The 'I Love U Guys' Foundation and our own Think-Move-Communicate workshops offer excellent resources for conducting drills and exercises that prioritize the psychological safety of students and staff.
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The Shackleton Series is a unique leadership experiential inspired by the legendary Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton. It focuses on maintaining morale, unifying diverse teams, and leading through crisis. We blend historical lessons with modern neuroscience to help school leaders build a culture of resilience and extreme ownership.
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The Security Locker is a secure, 24/7 internal web hub customized for your district. It eliminates "single points of failure" by centralizing emergency plans, site maps, checklists, and training videos in one searchable location. This ensures that every staff member and first responder has the right information at their fingertips during a crisis.
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Yes. We provide comprehensive security screenings and vulnerability assessments that go beyond a simple "locks and lights" check. We analyze your entire security system—from visitor management to emergency operation plans (EOPs)—to identify gaps and provide a prioritized security improvement plan.
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Absolutely. We specialize in exercise development, including tabletop exercises and full-scale community drills. We facilitate the entire process, fostering communication between schools and first responders to ensure that your response plans are not just written on paper, but are operational and rehearsed.