Two-Way Radios vs. Staff Cell Phones in Schools: When Seconds Matter, Simplicity Wins

In a number of schools during our security and emergency preparedness assessments, we sometimes hear from school safety and administration teams: “We use cell phones to text or call for help and a Google Chat group for emergency communication – we’re covered.” It sounds modern. Efficient. Familiar. And we hear this in schools that have […]
Dr. Ken Trump’s school safety, security, and emergency preparedness forecast for 2024
The beginning of a new year is an excellent time to reflect on the prior year and ponder what the next year may bring. As in our personal lives, professional observations may vary and forecasts will often not pan out. But looking from the lens of others can add perspective and depth to our views […]
