What is New for 2023 in School Health and Safety?

Is it just us, or did 2022 really fly by? And what is in store for 2023? In this post, we reflect on 2022 and discuss what is trending for 2023.

What's Trending in School Health And Safety in 2023?

1. Multi-tiered System of Support - MTSS is a framework that helps educators provide academic and behavioral strategies for students with various needs. 
2. Family Engagement - Family engagement is critical for student success. It is a practice in which families and school personnel collaborate to support and improve the learning and development of children.
3. Mental Health Support - With increased levels of depression and anxiety among K-12 students, schools are ramping up resources. 
4. Silent Panic Alert - An unprecedented spike in school shootings in 2022 highlights the need for emergency response technology.
5. Anonymous Reporting - School leaders and law enforcement are working to reduce and prevent violence using anonymous reporting tools.

Let's take a moment to reflect on some of our top highlights.

• In February 2022, we launched HELPme, a healing-centered approach to school safety delivered on a mobile app.

• We save and change lives every day! We've supported more than 200,000 incidents, 10,000 serious incidents, and 4000 emergency interventions. See how here. 

Hot Topics from 2022 

These are the most-read blog posts from 2022.

10 Warning Signs That a Student Is Being Bullied

It’s no secret that bullying has become an epidemic that educators, parents, and students deal with every day. Read the full post here.

Handle With Care: Helping Students Experiencing Trauma

Every day teachers see students who cannot focus, seem emotionally exhausted, are disruptive, or have problems learning. Read the full post here.

The Importance of Family Engagement in Student Success

It is crucial to have a systematic method that ensures families have a voice in their child's educational experience. Read the full post here.

Suicide Prevention: 40 Ways to Get Help and Information 

It’s no secret that the rate of child and teen suicide has risen over the years, and the numbers of children who suffer are staggering. Read the full post here.