S5E9 BEYOND METAL DETECTORS: DR. STILWELL ON TRULY COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL SAFETY

BEYOND METAL DETECTORS: DR. STILWELL ON TRULY COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL SAFETY

In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the hidden layers of school safety with Dr. Sarah Stilwell, a leading researcher from the University of Michigan’s National Center for School Safety. Dr. Stilwell brings an innovative approach to creating safer schools—one that goes beyond physical barriers like metal detectors and explores a truly comprehensive model that supports both physical and psychological safety for students.

Dr. Stilwell explains the "hidden formula" to effective school safety strategies that focus on the whole environment. She breaks down her model, which balances physical measures with social and attentive strategies to foster a safer, more supportive school community. Discover how comprehensive school safety isn’t just about reacting to threats, but proactively building a culture of safety, trust, and equity for all students.

Key Topics:

• What “comprehensive school safety” really means
• Why physical safety measures aren’t enough on their own
• How social and attentive strategies can prevent incidents before they occur
• Practical steps schools can take to implement a balanced safety model
• The importance of equity in school safety measures

Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or community member, this episode is a must-listen if you want to understand the full picture of school safety and what you can do to support it.

Relevant Links and Resources:

• National Center for School Safety: nc2s.org
• Learn more about Dr. Stilwell’s work and the Positive Youth Development Model on the NC2S Resource Page

Tune in to learn how you can be a part of a safer school community and help implement a comprehensive approach to school safety.

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