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Welcome to Youth Risk Prevention Specialists!

Thanks for your interest in school safety. I created the SafeAware system to significantly increase schools’ levels of safety and preparedness through comprehensive training and support in: Developing and training violence threat assessment teams in school districts Creating individualized crisis response/safety plans for schools Training all school staff in everyday school safety Consultation with districts regarding concerning behavior and threats … Continue reading Welcome to Youth Risk Prevention Specialists!

What’s the Best Threat Assessment Tool?

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The best threat assessment tool is awareness. Being aware of our surroundings and paying attention to anything that seems out of place, out of context, or causes us to hesitate, is a vital tool for threat assessment. According to Gavin de Becker, our intuition informs us at all times, even when we are busy attending to other … Continue reading What’s the Best Threat Assessment Tool?

5 things you must know before hiring your next school safety specialist

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The decision to hire a school safety specialist to assess your school district’s safety and provide training for your staff is a daunting one. How can you be sure that the “expert” you hire is truly an expert? Does the person’s training and experience match up with your district’s needs? Here are 5 things you must … Continue reading 5 things you must know before hiring your next school safety specialist

Suicide Rates Increase in Spring

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Spring has sprung, so to speak, and it’s time for a reminder that research data indicates that suicide rates are higher in spring. In fact, they are higher during the spring months than at other times of year, which may feel a bit counterintuitive. It is estimated that 700 suicides occur each week in the United States. During the spring months, this number … Continue reading Suicide Rates Increase in Spring

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Welcome! I’m committed to improving the safety of our nation’s schools. I focus on both prevention and protection, by ensuring you have the resources and guidance you need. This highly effective approach is known nationwide as SafeAware©, and has been expertly developed over the past 30 years by company founder, Suzanne Sibole. SafeAware© will provide you with … Continue reading Home