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Mass notification terms

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Using Mass Notification Terms to Better Understand Your School’s Emergency Plan

Emergency mass notification systems are used to send alerts to groups and individuals during a crisis. They help inform staff, students, parents, and...

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Catherine Rohlf

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Empowering Substitutes: Emergency Preparedness Training Tips for Substitute Teachers

Substitute teachers play an important role in our schools, and it’s common to have several substitutes working on campus on any given day.

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Bob Erspamer

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Enhancing School Security Through Collaboration with Local First Responders

In today's ever-changing world, school security is a top concern for parents, students, teachers, and administrators. Ensuring the safety and...

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Gadsden County Schools

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Voice of the Customer: Gadsden County Schools Talks Improving School Safety and Communication with Innovative Solutions

The Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Commission within Florida was created during 2018. This legislative measure encompasses a...

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Voice of the Customer: KIPP NYC Public Charter Schools’ Perspective on Enhancing School Safety and Communication with Mass Notification Software

In June 2022, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed Alyssa’s Law. This law requires schools to consider incorporating silent panic alarm systems in...

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Mass Notification Systems and Lockdown Drills

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Incorporating Mass Notification Systems with Your Lockdown Drills

A lockdown typically takes place when there is a credible threat within the interior or exterior of a building – such as an active shooter or...

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K-12 Smart Campus

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Intrado Safety Suite Blog Series Part 3: Creating a Smart Campus Leveraging Integrated Safety Solutions

It’s important for schools to have the right communication tools and safety systems to alert faculty, students, security personnel, and visitors in...

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Eight Guidelines to Consider When Building an Emergency Communication Plan for Your School

A strategic — and well-tested — emergency plan can help staff respond effectively in a crisis. Emergency planning is something we all know we should...

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