Date & Time
Thursday, June 11, 2026, 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Session Type
Morning Breakout
Name
Especially Safe: An Inclusive Approach to Safety Preparedness in Educational Settings
Description

Join this workshop, led by Michele Gay and Ben Fernandez, to explore Safe and Sound Schools' premier program, Especially Safe: An Inclusive Approach to School Safety. Developed with expert practitioners from across the disciplines, this program includes resources, tools, and teaching ideas to meet the safety needs of community members with special needs.

This workshop will cover:

•    An overview of the Especially Safe Planning & Preparation Guide and Teaching & Training Guide
•    How to use the TEAMS framework to operationalize your safety planning and preparation for individuals with special needs
•    Practical activities for increasing empowerment and building a positive culture of safety within your school community.

Michele Gay