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The Latest School Shooting Incident: Sixth Grade Student Subdued by Teacher After Shooting 3.

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Jun 14, 2021
2 min

The Latest School Shooting Incident: Sixth Grade Student Subdued by Teacher After Shooting 3.

Gun violence from mass shootings continues to climb. There have been 213 events with at least 4 people shot during the first four months...

Press Release: The Institute for Childhood Preparedness is Now an IACET Accredited Training Provider

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Jan 26, 2021
2 min

Press Release: The Institute for Childhood Preparedness is Now an IACET Accredited Training Provider

January 26, 2021 The Institute for Childhood Preparedness is proud to announce that the International Association for Continuing...

The Impact Of Civil Unrest On Early Childhood Programs and Schools

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Jan 26, 2021
2 min

The Impact Of Civil Unrest On Early Childhood Programs and Schools

2020 was a year of unprecedented turmoil and civil unrest. There were at least 32 major riots and countless other smaller protests...

ICP Supports Senator Casey’s PREP For All Students Act

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Dec 28, 2020
3 min

ICP Supports Senator Casey’s PREP For All Students Act

The Institute for Childhood Preparedness is proud to support the PREP (Promoting Responsible Emergency Protocols) For All Students Act, a...

Be Prepared: Violence Is Surging During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Dec 1, 2020
2 min

Be Prepared: Violence Is Surging During the COVID-19 Pandemic

We are nearing the start of the holiday season with many thoughts on our minds, such as How can we celebrate safely? Can we see and spend...

How to Reopen Churches and Houses of Worship Safely During and After COVID-19 Coronavirus

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Oct 19, 2020
3 min

How to Reopen Churches and Houses of Worship Safely During and After COVID-19 Coronavirus

Many Houses of Worship, schools, and workplaces remain closed or have had to shut down due to local coronavirus surges.

Has COVID-19 Affected the Sex Offender Registry?

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Sep 18, 2020
3 min

Has COVID-19 Affected the Sex Offender Registry?

Situational awareness means being alert to people and activities around you.

Emergency Preparedness Online Training Courses for Early Childhood Professionals

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Aug 17, 2020
3 min

Emergency Preparedness Online Training Courses for Early Childhood Professionals

The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic has caused unprecedented challenges to public health and safety.

Mass Shooting Survivor Lacey Newman Offers Life-Saving Advice and Lessons Learned

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Jul 20, 2020
3 min

Mass Shooting Survivor Lacey Newman Offers Life-Saving Advice and Lessons Learned

On October 1, 2017, Lacey Newman’s life changed forever.

A Wave of Mass Shootings During 4th of July Weekend Causes Safety Concerns for Child Care Programs

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Jul 10, 2020
2 min

A Wave of Mass Shootings During 4th of July Weekend Causes Safety Concerns for Child Care Programs

Gun violence continues to rise at a historical rate as the United States tries to recover and develop reopening procedures from COVID-19.

Using Social Stories to Introduce Concepts and Emergency Preparedness Drills to Children

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Jun 24, 2020
3 min

Using Social Stories to Introduce Concepts and Emergency Preparedness Drills to Children

The Institute for Childhood Preparedness and Autism Little Learners have teamed up to collaborate on a series of social stories.

There Has Been A Surge In Active Shooter Events During The COVID-19 Coronavirus Pandemic

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Jun 11, 2020
2 min

There Has Been A Surge In Active Shooter Events During The COVID-19 Coronavirus Pandemic

As many as 41% of all school attacks occur within one week of returning after a break.

Una carta de nuestro Director Ejecutivo sobre ejercicios de disparos activos no anunciados y disparo

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May 29, 2020
4 min

Una carta de nuestro Director Ejecutivo sobre ejercicios de disparos activos no anunciados y disparo

grandes sindicatos de docentes se han unido para condenar los simulacros de disparos activos que causan trauma a los docentes y estudiantes

Safety and Security Protocols for Child Care Programs During and After COVID-19 Coronavirus

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May 29, 2020
4 min

Safety and Security Protocols for Child Care Programs During and After COVID-19 Coronavirus

Stay-at-home orders have been lifted in over 25 states, and that means that more child care programs are set to reopen soon.

Acceso completo o puertas cerradas en instalaciones de cuidado infantil familiar

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Apr 15, 2020
4 min

Acceso completo o puertas cerradas en instalaciones de cuidado infantil familiar

Durante nuestros recientes viajes a Kansas y California, surgió un tema alarmante entre los proveedores de cuidado infantil familiar.

30-Minute Active Shooter Preparedness Online Training Now Available

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Mar 6, 2020
2 min

30-Minute Active Shooter Preparedness Online Training Now Available

We have great news to share! Our on-demand introductory active shooter preparedness training is live and open for enrollment!

Author Interview With Our Executive Director Andrew Roszak

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Feb 27, 2020
6 min

Author Interview With Our Executive Director Andrew Roszak

We are so excited to announce that our Executive Director Andrew Roszak wrote a new book!

Woman Uses Pizza Order to Call 9-1-1 For Emergency Response

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Feb 21, 2020
3 min

Woman Uses Pizza Order to Call 9-1-1 For Emergency Response

It may not seem like a big deal, but using code words during a 911 phone call can save a life.

A Letter From our Executive Director About Unannounced Active Shooter Drills and Simulated Gunfire

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Feb 18, 2020
4 min

A Letter From our Executive Director About Unannounced Active Shooter Drills and Simulated Gunfire

Two large teacher unions have teamed up to condemn active shooter drills that cause trauma to teachers and students.

Press Release: The Institute for Childhood Preparedness is Launching New Online Training Courses

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Feb 3, 2020
2 min

Press Release: The Institute for Childhood Preparedness is Launching New Online Training Courses

The Institute for Childhood Preparedness is excited to announce the launch of our new online training courses!