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Building Safer Schools and Communities: A Layered Approach

Any time an act of violence impacts a school or community, we are reminded of the difficult balance between safety and openness. Families want...

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What Last Year Taught Us About School Safety—And What Comes Next

As the start of the 2025–2026 school year approaches, I’ve been reflecting on what schools experienced last year—how teams responded, what challenges...

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A LETTER FROM CHRIS JOFFE ANNOUNCING OUR NEWEST ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER

I’m honored to announce that Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell has joined the Joffe Advisory Board, effective July 1, 2025.

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Navigating the Ethical Maze of School Safety: A TV Case Study

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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Preparing for the Great ShakeOut: Beyond Duck, Cover, and Hold

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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Stop the Fear Factory: A Plea from an Expert

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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24-25 School Trends & Action Steps

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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Transforming School Health, Safety & Security: The Joffe Approach

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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Strengthening School Safety: Lessons from A Recent Thwarted Attack

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...

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Strengthening School Safety: Lessons Learned from Cybersecurity Research

In a recent discovery by Campus Safety Magazine, a cybersecurity researcher unearthed a disconcerting reality: school shooting emergency plans were...

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