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Saint Paul Public Schools working with other districts to ensure safe learning environments
Media Release
Office of Community Relations
Contact: Howie Padilla - (651) 767-8104
September 20, 2007
Saint Paul, Minn – Over four days next week, Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) Office of Safety and Security will host up to 400 school officials from around Minnesota during its annual Safety and Security Institute.
The program, made possible by a federal grant, allows people to explore and learn about school security issues ranging from bullying and early signs of destructive youth behavior to how concealed weapons can be spotted. Attendees will also learn about how to develop a school safety plan and the importance of selling safety to students, staff members, and their families.
“We want to give officials the tools they need to do the best they can to keep everyone in and around their schools safe and secure, providing the best learning environment for their students,” said William Waterkamp, Safety and Security Officer for SPPS.
Speaking at the seminar will be Michael Dorn, an internationally recognized school safety expert who has authored and co-authored 20 books on the subject to date.
What:
Safety and Security Institute
Where:
Carmike Cinemas Oakdale 20
1188 Helmo Ave. N.
Oakdale, MN 55128
When:
Elementary education sites meet from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sept. 25 and 27.
Secondary education sites meet from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sept. 26 and 28.
NOTE TO EDITORS: For security reasons, portions of this seminar may be confidential. William Waterkamp and Micheal Dorn are available for interviews.
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