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Emma Johnson: March 3, 2025
As immigration enforcement continues to be a prominent concern in the United States, many school professionals are asking: “Should we do ICE drills?” - simulating what to do if Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents show up at a school....
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Elizabeth Rupert: January 8, 2025
Pop Quiz: When do most schools schedule fire drills? Tuesdays at 10 a.m. Why? It’s one of the most predictable times of the day—after breakfast,...
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Dr. Olivia Ellison: December 4, 2024
Hi, my name is Olivia. I have been a Joffe Safety Consultant for the last two and a half years while finishing my doctorate in public health, which...
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Elizabeth Rupert: October 2, 2024
Why Participate in the Great ShakeOut? The Great ShakeOut is the world’s largest earthquake drill, and it’s designed to be more than a simple...
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Dr. Olivia Ellison: September 4, 2024
New York state's recent ban on realistic lockdown drills is a significant victory - a step toward much-needed reform in how we conduct safety drills....
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Cat Cecere: July 31, 2024
Each new year brings fresh beginnings, and with it, the responsibility to ensure our schools remain safe and secure havens for learning. The unique...
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Colleen Scheetz: July 3, 2024
Creating a safe and nurturing learning environment has always been a priority for schools. With a holistic view of school safety, Joffe Emergency...
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Emma Johnson: July 3, 2024
As meteorologists predict an exceptionally active hurricane season in 2024, schools must prioritize preparedness to ensure the safety and continuity...
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Jayme Mallett: June 5, 2024
As summer approaches, many schools prepare to welcome students for summer school, camps, and other enrichment programs. While these programs offer...
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Cat Cecere: May 1, 2024
In mid-April, an 18-year-old Maryland student was arrested and charged with threatening mass violence at a school after authorities were informed of...
