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In recent years, rising concerns over school-related incidents have led schools to adopt a proactive approach toward securing their premises and creating a safe learning environment for all. This comprehensive blog post delves into practical steps that can be taken to enhance school security and premises safety, incorporating a holistic approach that addresses both physical and digital aspects of security.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Ch2 style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-size: large; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EPractical Steps to Enhance School Security and Premises Safety\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/h2\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-size: medium; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EConduct a Thorough Risk Assessment\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EBefore implementing any security measures, it is essential to conduct a comprehensive risk assessment. School administrators, in collaboration with security professionals, should meticulously analyze the campus to identify potential vulnerabilities and hazards. The risk assessment should encompass various aspects, including physical infrastructure, emergency preparedness, and the surrounding environment. By identifying these risks, schools can develop targeted solutions to mitigate them effectively.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003ETo conduct a thorough risk assessment, schools may consider forming a safety committee comprising teachers, administrators, and security experts. This diverse team can bring multiple perspectives and insights to the process, ensuring a well-rounded evaluation. By regularly reassessing the risk factors and updating the assessment as necessary, schools can adapt to evolving threats and emerging security challenges effectively.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: medium; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EDevelop a Customized Security Plan\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EOnce the risk assessment is complete, the next crucial step is creating a tailored security plan. This plan should be uniquely designed to address the specific needs and circumstances of the school. It must cover prevention, response, and recovery strategies to create a comprehensive security framework.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EThe security plan should clearly define roles and responsibilities for all stakeholders during emergencies. Regular training sessions and drills should be conducted to ensure that staff members and students are familiar with the procedures and know how to respond appropriately in crises.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EMoreover, the security plan should be a living document, subject to periodic updates and improvements based on changing circumstances and emerging threats. By involving the entire school community in the creation and evolution of the plan, a sense of ownership and commitment to its successful implementation can be fostered. Many \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.curreyingram.org\/\"\u003Eprivate schools in Brentwood, TN\u003C\/a\u003E, often consider this approach.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-size: medium; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EReinforce Building Structures and Perimeter Protection\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EPhysical security measures are necessary to protect the premises from unauthorized access or intrusions. Fireproof doors, shatterproof windows, reinforced walls, and \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.schoolfix.com\/school-safety-security\/slip-prevention\/cord-covers-1375\" style=\"text-decoration-line: none;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003Ecable cover guards on the floor\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003E can all be installed to increase the safety of school buildings. Schools may also consider investing in perimeter protection solutions, such as motion sensors to detect suspicious activities. These measures can be integrated into the existing security plan and protocols for a comprehensive approach to security.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-size: medium; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EImplement Access Control Measures\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003ELimiting access to school premises is a fundamental element of any effective security strategy. Access control measures can prevent unauthorized individuals from entering the campus, thereby reducing potential threats significantly.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EModern access control systems come in various forms, such as ID card scanners, biometric readers, and electronic locks. These systems can be integrated into the school's infrastructure to control entry and exit points efficiently. By implementing a visitor management system that requires all guests to sign in and obtain a visitor's badge, schools can further enhance their security posture.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EDesignating specific entry and exit points also facilitates better monitoring of foot traffic and ensures that all visitors are accounted for. Additionally, schools can consider adopting a layered access approach, where certain areas require higher clearance levels, adding an extra layer of \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.terristeffes.com\/2022\/07\/advice-for-parents-how-to-protect-your.html\" style=\"text-decoration-line: none;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003Eprotection\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003E to sensitive locations.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-size: medium; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EUtilize Surveillance Technology\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EStrategically placed surveillance cameras can act as a powerful deterrent against potential threats and provide critical insights during emergencies. High-quality cameras positioned throughout the campus, including hallways, entryways, and parking lots, can help security personnel and law enforcement to monitor activities and identify suspicious behavior.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EModern surveillance systems often include intelligent video analytics, enabling automatic detection of anomalies, intrusions, or unauthorized access. By setting up real-time alerts for security personnel, schools can respond proactively to potential threats.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EIt is crucial to ensure that surveillance footage is stored securely and complies with privacy regulations. Regular audits of the surveillance infrastructure can help identify any issues with the system, ensuring that cameras are functioning optimally.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-size: medium; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EEngage Trained Security Personnel\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EInvesting in trained security personnel can significantly enhance the safety of a school's premises. Professional security guards, who possess experience in school security or campus policing, are equipped to handle emergencies and maintain a sense of order during critical incidents.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003ESecurity personnel not only provide a physical presence that deters potential wrongdoers but also contribute to a sense of comfort and reassurance within the school community. Trained security guards should undergo periodic training to update their knowledge and skills, staying informed about the latest security trends and best practices.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EMoreover, security personnel should foster positive relationships with students and staff. By engaging with the school community in a friendly and approachable manner, security personnel can establish a trust-based rapport that encourages individuals to share concerns and report suspicious activities.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-size: medium; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EFoster a Safe and Inclusive School Culture\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EBeyond physical security measures, fostering a \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/lindadarlinghammond\/2019\/05\/16\/want-safe-schools-start-with-research-based-school-discipline-policies\/\" style=\"text-decoration-line: none;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"color: #1155cc; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003Esafe and inclusive school\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003E culture is equally vital in creating a secure environment. A positive school culture is built on respect, empathy, and inclusivity, where students feel valued, supported, and safe.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003ESchools can implement anti-bullying programs and conflict resolution initiatives to prevent and address potential issues before they escalate. By promoting open communication between students, teachers, and parents, schools can create an environment where concerns are openly discussed and addressed.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003ETeachers and staff play a crucial role in cultivating a safe and inclusive school culture. Educators should undergo training in recognizing signs of distress or potential violence and know how to intervene effectively. Encouraging peer support programs and mentorship initiatives can also contribute to a sense of belonging and reduce the likelihood of harmful behavior.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-size: medium; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EImplement Cybersecurity Measures\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EIn the digital age, cybersecurity is equally crucial as physical security. Schools must protect sensitive data, such as student records and financial information, from cyber threats and potential data breaches.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003ETo enhance cybersecurity, schools can conduct regular audits of their IT infrastructure to ensure that software and hardware are up-to-date with the latest security patches. Strong password management practices should be enforced for all users, and multi-factor authentication should be implemented where possible.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #222222; white-space-collapse: collapse;\"\u003EAdditionally, investing in reliable and robust security licenses can further bolster a school’s defenses against cyber threats. With advanced security solutions, schools can monitor and manage network activities effectively, ensuring that students' data remains protected from unauthorized access. For more information on comprehensive security solutions, \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rhinonetworks.com\/product\/license\/meraki-mx68-advanced-security-license\"\u003Esee more\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EEducating staff and students about cybersecurity best practices is essential in preventing incidents like phishing attacks or malware infections. By promoting a culture of cyber awareness, schools can empower their community to safeguard against digital threats effectively.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 6pt; margin-top: 18pt; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-size: medium; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 400; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003ECollaborate with Law Enforcement and First Responders\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003ECollaboration with law enforcement agencies and first responders is critical in developing a comprehensive security strategy. Schools should establish strong partnerships with local police departments and emergency services, inviting them to participate in security drills and training exercises.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003EBy familiarizing law enforcement and first responders with the school's layout and emergency protocols, schools can enhance coordination and response times during critical incidents. Developing a clear communication channel with these entities enables timely sharing of information and updates, facilitating a swift and effective response in emergencies.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"border: none; display: inline-block; height: 416px; overflow: hidden; width: 624px;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Practical Steps to Enhance School Security and Premises Safety\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/ulvzs21R_cz1o7YNSFanKa5XtzMHh0c9CuHwiucqoB2D_QbywcGnOhXIiV7kFZfGHeLTdRyTJ6rhJcGvQWXlMy1tptrTrtDqejbFlFDVoFvGpQsBwgivUbC9FImJyxzW95ug7WkRjHmIiwAK1WBiPRA=s16000\" style=\"margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;\" title=\"School Security and Premises Safety\" \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-family: inherit; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003ECreating a safe and secure school environment demands a proactive and comprehensive approach. By conducting thorough risk assessments, developing tailored security plans, implementing access control measures, utilizing surveillance technology, engaging trained security personnel, fostering an inclusive school culture, implementing cybersecurity measures, and collaborating with law enforcement and first responders, schools can significantly enhance their security and premises safety. With the commitment of the entire school community and a focus on continuous improvement, educational institutions can create a safe haven for students to learn, thrive, and reach their full potential.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, sans-serif\" style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.terristeffes.com\/feeds\/8891662460297193526\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.terristeffes.com\/2023\/08\/practical-steps-to-enhance-school.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/20353823\/posts\/default\/8891662460297193526"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/20353823\/posts\/default\/8891662460297193526"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.terristeffes.com\/2023\/08\/practical-steps-to-enhance-school.html","title":"Practical Steps to Enhance School Security and Premises Safety"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Terri Steffes"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/02544793349029524184"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEirSAP6ndkQv8b4VSplmpOYwsD8aRypm2rrE0VYz9PNUXTrXLZN6wujBl8wlOlgL7OCSrRgIzKeGJDnjWIbEYd2rzULPsZ6O1zf2OQfmGJePevBRHKn0O84jT-TaX-Ryg\/s220\/IMG_1746+%281%29.JPG"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/NVbwruMD7ALVF9QGKEUkWxHmE81byRKcIx7bmuf7sV_aEBJSbxlTXmukl-SX_cIbqbUFkUeXBXcdjArBadk4m7Wj-ugIYsJ4XcOGdkFwWbK1JBBrovBY_ODO_d2skAx_CdQgyYZIL5Qb8Rpej99ASbE=s72-c","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20353823.post-8351650244356343981"},"published":{"$t":"2020-08-17T23:56:00.004-05:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2020-08-17T23:56:30.800-05:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Back to School"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"essential oils"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"school"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Essential Oils for Learning"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cp\u003EAs a teacher and a principal, one of the things I liked to do with my students was to create an environment that was conducive to learning.\u0026nbsp; One of the ways I did that was to diffuse essential oils.\u0026nbsp; I kept a small but mighty list of oils that I would use in my office that would help students with whatever function they needed, whether that was coming to school, paying attention, being calm, or being motivated.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEg6Drb8HPn60cHu_bLJs01zDz-9H_LH4LLoJm7u2uPomoSlArzqmwHKuuR_5matT8xF-GrOX_sxPkP7f8Oi7MwqzvdFVvx-qZzf9h5qc1vQ1qPvaVcg-hvgIzYWD96QANmSm4Kw\/s2000\/Our+Good+Life+%25281%2529.png\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"2000\" data-original-width=\"1545\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEg6Drb8HPn60cHu_bLJs01zDz-9H_LH4LLoJm7u2uPomoSlArzqmwHKuuR_5matT8xF-GrOX_sxPkP7f8Oi7MwqzvdFVvx-qZzf9h5qc1vQ1qPvaVcg-hvgIzYWD96QANmSm4Kw\/s640\/Our+Good+Life+%25281%2529.png\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy list of essential, essential oils includes tangerine, peppermint, rosemary, lemon, grapefruit, thieves, and peace and calming.\u0026nbsp; I purchased all my essential oils through Young Living oils, which I now sell. The blends on my chart are ones that are tried and true, and you may see them on other charts with different names.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFeel free to print the flyer below and to share with others who are providing learning for our students. Pin for later use!\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjJPHfp1eunZTAwOfB1i_1k59-han4uQdXFby0vCiOGuL8waGBEwg2RuyG8tJbrt5s1_1t7oVRTOzUcuBHKayX42uPmc1Mv4wJYKGvRt_k12MmYgYDg9u6Q_4k5my8agCEt15el\/s1550\/Nut+Ice+Cream+PIN+%25283%2529.png\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1550\" data-original-width=\"700\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjJPHfp1eunZTAwOfB1i_1k59-han4uQdXFby0vCiOGuL8waGBEwg2RuyG8tJbrt5s1_1t7oVRTOzUcuBHKayX42uPmc1Mv4wJYKGvRt_k12MmYgYDg9u6Q_4k5my8agCEt15el\/w451-h1000\/Nut+Ice+Cream+PIN+%25283%2529.png\" width=\"451\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe are all in this Covid-19 educating our children together.\u0026nbsp; Reach out if I can be of assistance to you!\u003C\/p\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.terristeffes.com\/feeds\/8351650244356343981\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.terristeffes.com\/2020\/08\/essential-oils-for-learning.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/20353823\/posts\/default\/8351650244356343981"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/20353823\/posts\/default\/8351650244356343981"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.terristeffes.com\/2020\/08\/essential-oils-for-learning.html","title":"Essential Oils for Learning"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Terri Steffes"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/02544793349029524184"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEirSAP6ndkQv8b4VSplmpOYwsD8aRypm2rrE0VYz9PNUXTrXLZN6wujBl8wlOlgL7OCSrRgIzKeGJDnjWIbEYd2rzULPsZ6O1zf2OQfmGJePevBRHKn0O84jT-TaX-Ryg\/s220\/IMG_1746+%281%29.JPG"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEg6Drb8HPn60cHu_bLJs01zDz-9H_LH4LLoJm7u2uPomoSlArzqmwHKuuR_5matT8xF-GrOX_sxPkP7f8Oi7MwqzvdFVvx-qZzf9h5qc1vQ1qPvaVcg-hvgIzYWD96QANmSm4Kw\/s72-c\/Our+Good+Life+%25281%2529.png","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20353823.post-8031118774464939574"},"published":{"$t":"2017-08-14T00:00:00.002-05:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-12-29T06:00:57.181-06:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Back to School"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Celebrating Teachers!    #BacktoSchoolWeek"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-small;\"\u003EAll the school supplies were donated by Oriental Trading but any opinion\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: x-small;\"\u003Eexpressed about those donations are completely my own.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nI have always loved August. \u0026nbsp;As a very young child, I remember watching the neighbor boys go to school in their new Levis and striped shirts, with sacks of school supplies and lunch boxes and wanted so badly to go with them. \u0026nbsp;When it was finally time for me to go to kindergarten, I knew exactly what to do. I shopped for pencils and paper and a box of crayons, all from the drug store where my grandmother worked. \u0026nbsp;I was even blessed with a Charlie Brown lunchbox.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhD2Iq5eK2OvQad8vDhizeegl6tdd7Y48kZ__5YCWsahWC6SqJjGBQ7MWbauJm93SwnxKQUMTmkZ4XVlKRfmBSCRWG5GCwJPBlufLpb_mf3fdSnlQ8CFsHOiW9GEatoQ5SJJ89Q\/s1600\/Back+to+School+Week%2521+%25281%2529.png\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"789\" data-original-width=\"940\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhD2Iq5eK2OvQad8vDhizeegl6tdd7Y48kZ__5YCWsahWC6SqJjGBQ7MWbauJm93SwnxKQUMTmkZ4XVlKRfmBSCRWG5GCwJPBlufLpb_mf3fdSnlQ8CFsHOiW9GEatoQ5SJJ89Q\/s640\/Back+to+School+Week%2521+%25281%2529.png\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nThat excitement never left me, even after thirteen years as a classroom teacher or the twelve I was a school principal. Shopping for clothes, buying new supplies, all was part of the excitement that is a part of the school experience. \u0026nbsp;Last week I was privileged to work with teachers new to the profession in a series of workshops designed to help them have a successful school year. \u0026nbsp;Their eager faces and and attentive ears made me gasp at the power I had at that moment, to help them form their successful new careers.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhnJcEn7BOJVZtWozyOeyk9acwNdzxnZvVUdVN4Ogq2EqoUFYhSmgsATFDFnxmSkPxmSKXYgdeLgQhMFfiYGjoO0ZkteC6fUsNaH_CSVwjgj827P84LD1fUKs-NBvAYGcQYb4jh\/s1600\/IMG_9773.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhnJcEn7BOJVZtWozyOeyk9acwNdzxnZvVUdVN4Ogq2EqoUFYhSmgsATFDFnxmSkPxmSKXYgdeLgQhMFfiYGjoO0ZkteC6fUsNaH_CSVwjgj827P84LD1fUKs-NBvAYGcQYb4jh\/s640\/IMG_9773.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nThe folks at Oriental Trading understand that \"back to school\" excitement. \u0026nbsp;They generously donated several items to me to give away to the teachers in my workshops. \u0026nbsp;The look on their faces when they heard that Oriental Trading was aware of their needs and wanted to help out was priceless. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiQ9wVTlwwxQfs556D-f8-bfWd6FAGWqtXZTBBxbTYNLP-YSavpt8UAp3tw3gmXtv7UzkSYhZjoWzXPEJdakNcTCfMpdqPaoeUrihGNMIr-nufCDuPQHmvgxe9wT6b1yhT6UIlj\/s1600\/IMG_9794.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiQ9wVTlwwxQfs556D-f8-bfWd6FAGWqtXZTBBxbTYNLP-YSavpt8UAp3tw3gmXtv7UzkSYhZjoWzXPEJdakNcTCfMpdqPaoeUrihGNMIr-nufCDuPQHmvgxe9wT6b1yhT6UIlj\/s640\/IMG_9794.JPG\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEht30-kphNWnbb89mFx5UTC_jU5dJ8HfmyvAv6v3J1-0effBNwKDWuhaIkhwOnqbkN790lVLFe5wi0XgFtfme57a-ir5v7uRAJNggKDd0V8wXhwDDRuhBDfQL_QIwaWHFXeASIl\/s1600\/IMG_9795.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEht30-kphNWnbb89mFx5UTC_jU5dJ8HfmyvAv6v3J1-0effBNwKDWuhaIkhwOnqbkN790lVLFe5wi0XgFtfme57a-ir5v7uRAJNggKDd0V8wXhwDDRuhBDfQL_QIwaWHFXeASIl\/s640\/IMG_9795.JPG\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nYou can see over 1,000 items at \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.learn365.orientaltrading.com\/classroom-decorations-a1-555405.fltr\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOriental Trading in the school section!\u003C\/a\u003E \u0026nbsp;It is an amazing shop to browse through. I had such a great time picking out the prizes for my workshop participants.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgcjMgjumwI25_XFP0vCx_dbF0az6SVWXykOWq0jOaW_IWv6vOS5b_8OL-oz96AWfn2Z0vvBZk1kmxbJZN1CbCXjX9sJXPu9vefccxY2xCZAa1xPvNsFEk5Vt6FZN7bQIEHzzR8\/s1600\/IMG_9775.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgcjMgjumwI25_XFP0vCx_dbF0az6SVWXykOWq0jOaW_IWv6vOS5b_8OL-oz96AWfn2Z0vvBZk1kmxbJZN1CbCXjX9sJXPu9vefccxY2xCZAa1xPvNsFEk5Vt6FZN7bQIEHzzR8\/s640\/IMG_9775.JPG\" width=\"480\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nShare your favorite back to school memory in the comments! \u0026nbsp;I am looking forward to hearing your stories.\u003C\/div\u003E\n"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.terristeffes.com\/feeds\/8031118774464939574\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.terristeffes.com\/2017\/08\/celebrating-teachers-backtoschoolweek.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/20353823\/posts\/default\/8031118774464939574"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/20353823\/posts\/default\/8031118774464939574"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.terristeffes.com\/2017\/08\/celebrating-teachers-backtoschoolweek.html","title":"Celebrating Teachers!    #BacktoSchoolWeek"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Terri Steffes"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/02544793349029524184"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEirSAP6ndkQv8b4VSplmpOYwsD8aRypm2rrE0VYz9PNUXTrXLZN6wujBl8wlOlgL7OCSrRgIzKeGJDnjWIbEYd2rzULPsZ6O1zf2OQfmGJePevBRHKn0O84jT-TaX-Ryg\/s220\/IMG_1746+%281%29.JPG"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhD2Iq5eK2OvQad8vDhizeegl6tdd7Y48kZ__5YCWsahWC6SqJjGBQ7MWbauJm93SwnxKQUMTmkZ4XVlKRfmBSCRWG5GCwJPBlufLpb_mf3fdSnlQ8CFsHOiW9GEatoQ5SJJ89Q\/s72-c\/Back+to+School+Week%2521+%25281%2529.png","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20353823.post-3117968521358911930"},"published":{"$t":"2016-08-05T00:00:00.002-05:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2024-04-14T08:46:56.782-05:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Back to School"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Back-to-School Teacher Gifts"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"When I was a parent, I liked to take a small gift to our daughter's teacher when we attended Back-to-School night. \u0026nbsp;These small gifts were designed to show the teacher our appreciation for the hard work he\/she did getting the classroom ready for our children. \u0026nbsp;If you, too, like to thank a teacher for their summer work, here are some great ideas ready to go for your classroom teacher!\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EAnother great teacher gift is \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/tutorhunt.com\"\u003ETutor Hunt\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp; This service provides help for students who need extra time on a particular subject or lesson.\u0026nbsp; Giving your teacher the gift of time is a thoughtful gift any time!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgvWwaIF6TmMTegXAi1f44f3Hz71nxe4qGpNKBu5EJJurJlPfXG-6x-B3Qt_iZlTCcKjN1dmlkXDu5VJcUdjR9GqR2MV6erGHjDyYpKOHnK6Gr9H6D11qs-dsKpguArbm7yLtoX\/s1600\/15+Grade+A+Gifts+for+Teacher+%25281%2529.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgvWwaIF6TmMTegXAi1f44f3Hz71nxe4qGpNKBu5EJJurJlPfXG-6x-B3Qt_iZlTCcKjN1dmlkXDu5VJcUdjR9GqR2MV6erGHjDyYpKOHnK6Gr9H6D11qs-dsKpguArbm7yLtoX\/s640\/15+Grade+A+Gifts+for+Teacher+%25281%2529.jpg\" width=\"426\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amandacreation.com\/product\/youre-my-star-teacher-appreciation-postcards\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ETeacher Appreciation Cards\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEh_6zOTomCV8Y_-d2WxpBrTYP5qDgdkB7r6EaZxkcTFFOSiJw7m3Jgsy7108jcssSLBVimN-Kf5cqO9FABDSnCCoEGmulXcibmnVWfBbuSd2Ntc2sDdodMl-D-w9XfmP_PdvJ40\/s746\/Tchr+Appr+Postcards.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"746\" data-original-width=\"742\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEh_6zOTomCV8Y_-d2WxpBrTYP5qDgdkB7r6EaZxkcTFFOSiJw7m3Jgsy7108jcssSLBVimN-Kf5cqO9FABDSnCCoEGmulXcibmnVWfBbuSd2Ntc2sDdodMl-D-w9XfmP_PdvJ40\/w636-h640\/Tchr+Appr+Postcards.JPG\" width=\"636\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; 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box-sizing: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003EYou need to be ready for everything. Homework can easily become a problem for busy parents and overwhelmed students. One of the solutions is to\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/essayhub.com\/buy-an-essay\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1649962552790000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw0J26TPgD8mRgBRYTSRH6V-\" href=\"https:\/\/essayhub.com\/buy-an-essay\" style=\"border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #4a90e2; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; word-break: break-word;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan color=\"inherit\" style=\"border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003Ebuy essays online\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan color=\"inherit\" style=\"border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003E; they can be a great example and research material for the kids. What other things do you need to remember when getting ready for school?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEinpSykdX2Pxvpqk5qJxckBaMnWS-c3iruBinZoLjQ8j82RSUcc5Ls0oPqef9odF-PjP-XsHVotTOYwYS5DUcFNk1h455NNIMtrCUpAiKLyv7Ix-uwNvQ72wK63T9L54MBXf7J0\/s1600\/IMG_3358.PNG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEinpSykdX2Pxvpqk5qJxckBaMnWS-c3iruBinZoLjQ8j82RSUcc5Ls0oPqef9odF-PjP-XsHVotTOYwYS5DUcFNk1h455NNIMtrCUpAiKLyv7Ix-uwNvQ72wK63T9L54MBXf7J0\/s400\/IMG_3358.PNG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nHere are ten things I believe will help you, as parents, make an easier transition to school. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1. \u0026nbsp;\u003Ci\u003ETogether with your student,\u003C\/i\u003E write a list of all the fun activities you did this summer. \u0026nbsp;Students are often asked to write about their summer or to write about some activity. This will provide that \"I don't know what to write about\" topic for your student.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n2. \u0026nbsp;\u003Ci\u003EGet supplies that are on the school supplies list.\u003C\/i\u003E \u0026nbsp;If you can, buy extras for your second half of school. \u0026nbsp;Your child will find it easier to return to school in December with a fresh box of crayons and new pencils!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n3. \u0026nbsp;\u003Ci\u003EWith your child, \u003C\/i\u003Ecreate five outfits that both of you can agree on. \u0026nbsp;Take a snapshot with your phone and print them out. \u0026nbsp;Hang on your student's closet door. \u0026nbsp;This way your student can get dressed without worrying about your approval in the mornings.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n4. \u0026nbsp;\u003Ci\u003EPlan your lunches.\u003C\/i\u003E \u0026nbsp;Students do well with a routine, so don't think you have to be the mom who packs gourmet lunches for your student. \u0026nbsp;Make a list of sandwiches, veggies, fruits and snacks that can be mixed and matched. \u0026nbsp;Let your student make a lunch of one item from each category. \u0026nbsp;No matter if the lunch is a little odd, if they picked it out, they will probably eat it!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n5. \u003Ci\u003E\u0026nbsp;Return to going to bed at a specific time routine.\u003C\/i\u003E \u0026nbsp;It is easier on your student if bedtime gets back to normal before school starts. \u0026nbsp;The One-Last-Fling should happen well before school starts. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n6. \u003Ci\u003E\u0026nbsp;Have a conversation\u003C\/i\u003E about your behavior expectations at school. \u0026nbsp;Tell your child how you want them to handle someone who makes fun of them, who lies to them, who takes their spot at lunch, who pushes them at recess. \u0026nbsp;Roleplay the various situations, problem solve and teach your child how to make snap decisions they won't regret.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n7. \u0026nbsp;\u003Ci\u003EGo to Back-to-School night \u003C\/i\u003Ebut don't plan to have a long conversation with the teacher. \u0026nbsp;Plan to take your supplies, find your desk, meet your teacher, and greet the others in your class. \u0026nbsp;Even if your child has special needs, make another appointment to discuss those with your student's teacher. \u0026nbsp;Keep Back-to-School night fun and light. \u0026nbsp;Go for ice cream afterward!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n8.\u003Ci\u003E Plan a neighborhood get-together\u003C\/i\u003E for the kids and parents. \u0026nbsp;Decide as a neighborhood what you can do to keep the kids safe at the bus stop. \u0026nbsp;Do you need a crosswalk mom? \u0026nbsp;Does a dad need to stand close by? \u0026nbsp;Who is going to confront speeders on your street? \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n9. \u0026nbsp;\u003Ci\u003ECreate a homework space \u003C\/i\u003Efor your child. Stock it with things that your student will need to do homework. Have a timer close by, allow your child a few minutes to unwind before starting homework, especially when writing essays. \u0026nbsp;Set the timer for 10 minutes, and once the timer goes off, then settle down to do the work. \u0026nbsp;Set the timer for 10 minutes for each grade level (6th-grade times 10 minutes = 60 minutes).\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"ru\" style=\"background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: 115%; text-align: justify;\"\u003EWhile a well-stocked homework space is\ncrucial, sometimes students need a little extra \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"ru\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/domyhomework123.com\/english\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #1155cc; line-height: 115%;\"\u003EEnglish\nhelp\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"ru\" style=\"background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: 115%; text-align: justify;\"\u003E\nto master their language skills. An online resource can be just the ticket for\nenhancing their reading and writing abilities, giving them a leg up on\nassignments and essays without overwhelming them\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"ru\" style=\"background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;, serif; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 115%; text-align: justify;\"\u003E.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"background: white; text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan lang=\"ru\" style=\"background: yellow; font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;,serif; font-size: 13.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-fareast-font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;; mso-highlight: yellow;\"\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n10. \u0026nbsp;\u003Ci\u003ESelect your student's after-school activities\u003C\/i\u003E wisely. \u0026nbsp;Overbooking a child can lead to stress and frustration. \u0026nbsp;Choose an activity that helps your child build on strength or teaches them a new skill or creates a lifelong hobby.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nIf you are a special needs parent, you will want to review your student's IEP or 504 plan. \u0026nbsp;If there are confusing or conflicting items, call the school and schedule an appointment with the teacher, principal, or counselor. \u0026nbsp;Do this before school starts in order to clear up any confusion before school starts.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nThis school year will be the best year ever! \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhiVju8SPfxfM9eUg_RwdFC75PTwfbi6x2eONSRiRAw6Gce8Dkps0iIjvOq_3jQivo2T7naXXk7wVIyWaJSO4z1aNzCn0zMe6ihYlnbfIxz-7uRQ92IIzZELjvwdru3EOfrBvJa\/s1600\/ThingsToDo.png\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhiVju8SPfxfM9eUg_RwdFC75PTwfbi6x2eONSRiRAw6Gce8Dkps0iIjvOq_3jQivo2T7naXXk7wVIyWaJSO4z1aNzCn0zMe6ihYlnbfIxz-7uRQ92IIzZELjvwdru3EOfrBvJa\/s640\/ThingsToDo.png\" width=\"448\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.terristeffes.com\/feeds\/7575507735484987703\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.terristeffes.com\/2016\/07\/ten-things-to-do-before-school-starts.html#comment-form","title":"18 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/20353823\/posts\/default\/7575507735484987703"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/20353823\/posts\/default\/7575507735484987703"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.terristeffes.com\/2016\/07\/ten-things-to-do-before-school-starts.html","title":"Ten Things To Do Before School Starts"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Terri Steffes"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/02544793349029524184"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEirSAP6ndkQv8b4VSplmpOYwsD8aRypm2rrE0VYz9PNUXTrXLZN6wujBl8wlOlgL7OCSrRgIzKeGJDnjWIbEYd2rzULPsZ6O1zf2OQfmGJePevBRHKn0O84jT-TaX-Ryg\/s220\/IMG_1746+%281%29.JPG"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEinpSykdX2Pxvpqk5qJxckBaMnWS-c3iruBinZoLjQ8j82RSUcc5Ls0oPqef9odF-PjP-XsHVotTOYwYS5DUcFNk1h455NNIMtrCUpAiKLyv7Ix-uwNvQ72wK63T9L54MBXf7J0\/s72-c\/IMG_3358.PNG","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"18"}}]}});