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Yet another bullying suicide tragedy


March 16, 2012 by Claire Knight

In Washington state, 14-year-old Eden Wormer hanged herself after being bullied by classmates at Cascade Middle School. 

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Ohio shooting: Did school overlook online clue?


March 1, 2012 by Claire Knight

Was a recent Facebook status a cryptic warning that everyone missed?

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IT security breaches at school


October 17, 2011 by Claire Knight

One of school’s biggest tech concerns is IT security. But the problem seems to be getting worse every day.

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Open the lines of communication — without blowing the budget


August 10, 2011 by Claire Knight

Want a text-a-tip line without spending one red cent? Here’s how this school set one up:

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Want a safer school? There’s an app for that!


July 28, 2011 by Claire Knight

Seems like everywhere you go, people are talking about the new app they just got. Here’s one worth looking into — and it won’t cost your district a dime.

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The iPod explosion: Fire safety for electronic devices


July 25, 2011 by Claire Knight

More students use tech toys in class, and schools have seen an increase in fires caused by them. Here’s the latest example:

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Help parents help you


May 16, 2011 by Claire Knight

If something is easy and convenient, people are more likely to use it, right?

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The documentary that’s become a YouTube sensation


January 24, 2011 by Claire Knight

Sure, you know about The Bridge to Nowhere, but have you heard about the Race to Nowhere?

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New Clery Act regulations: Are you ready?


September 8, 2010 by Claire Knight

Has your university updated its policies to comply with the Clery Act amendments? Here’s what you need to know:

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Ready or Not? A one-stop shop for school crisis planning


February 18, 2010 by Claire Knight

Remaining calm and collected during a crisis can be a real challenge. Sometimes pandemonium strikes when adrenaline’s running high. And that can be dangerous when student safety’s on the line. School officials hope for the best – but prepare for the worst … just in case.

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