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TODAY at 2PM EST: Join special guests Dr. Todd Bauer, Brandon Rhone, and Jonathan Kassa from North Penn School District share their school safety funding strategies in this LIVE online conversation. Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/eANDXfDK

Jonathan Kassa is a dedicated public servant and advocate for educational safety, currently serving as an at-large member of the North Penn School District (NPSD) Board of School Directors, with his term set to expire in 2025. In his role, he chairs the Safe Schools Committee, overseeing initiatives to enhance the safety and security of the district’s schools. Register to attend Tuesday at 2PM EST: https://lnkd.in/eANDXfDK

Brandon Rhone is the Coordinator of Emergency Management & Safe Schools at North Penn School District (NPSD), bringing over 17 years of law enforcement experience to his role. Prior to joining NPSD in 2022, he served as Director of Training for Navigate360, specializing in threat assessment and active shooter response training. At NPSD, Rhone oversees public safety initiatives and directs safety personnel across the district’s 18 schools. Register to attend Tuesday at 2PM EST: https://lnkd.in/eANDXfDK

Dr. Todd Bauer is the Superintendent of the North Penn School District (NPSD), having assumed the role on June 29, 2022. His tenure at NPSD began in 2015 when he was appointed principal of North Penn High School. In 2018, he advanced to the position of Assistant Superintendent.  Dr. Bauer is committed to fostering educational excellence and community engagement within the district. Register to attend Tuesday at 2PM EST: https://lnkd.in/eANDXfDK

ZeroNow is hosting Funding School Safety Initiatives: Grants and Beyond. Make sure to attend it on March 18. We will be exploring how North Penn School District funds school safety with Superintendent Dr. Todd Bauer, School Board Member Jonathan Kassa, and School Safety Director Brandon Rhone.

What’s the difference between school safety and school security? It’s a distinction that often gets blurred, but it’s one of the key takeaways from lesson 1 of ZeroNow’s Foundations of School Security Leadership Course. In this discussion, we explore how school leaders can approach safety holistically. - School safety is the broader framework—covering everything from emergency preparedness to mental health resources to create a protected and supportive learning environment. - School security is a critical piece of that framework, focusing on physical protections like access control, surveillance, and threat assessment. One analogy from the training stands out: Schools should be like castles, not prisons.  Strong protections should exist, but they should foster a welcoming learning environment—not an institution built on fear. Check out this clip, and let us know—how does your school balance safety and security? Listen Now: https://lnkd.in/eBMpRfS7 #SchoolSafety #Leadership #EducationSecurity #NCSSD #ZeroNow Jason M. Stoddard, Guy Bliesner, Danielle Stevens, IPEM, Aaron Skrbin, Ed.D., Bruce A. Canal, CPP, Mike Matranga, Jonathan Kassa, Mary Beckendorf, Mark Lomax, Kelly Moore, Jill Renihan, Ron Self, Ed.S., Travis Forrester, Guy Grace, Dr. Beth J Sanborn, Brandon Rhone

Registration is now open! This free webinar explores how to foster a culture of safety in schools—one built on trust, collaboration, and empowerment rather than fear. Join the conversation and gain practical strategies to create safer, more supportive school environments. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eCtKTbHG #SchoolSafety #SafeSchools #EducationLeadership #ZeroNow

The latest Zero-In White Paper, “Countering Disinformation in School Crises,” is now available. This publication compiles insights from national roundtables featuring ZeroNow members including School Safety Directors, Superintendents, School Board Members, plus a special session with President of the Emergency Management External Affairs Association Bob Jensen. #NCSSD Download it today: https://lnkd.in/e3N8JHZP

Meet your Instructor: Dr. Aaron Skrbin, Ed.D. is the Director of Safety and Security for Allegheny Intermediate Unit in Pennsylvania, leading initiatives to enhance school safety through risk assessment, emergency planning, and security policy development. With extensive experience in school security leadership, he collaborates with districts, law enforcement, and community partners to create safer learning environments. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/eV-tW9XH

Meet your Instructor: Jason M. Stoddard is the Director of School Safety and Security for Charles County Public Schools, overseeing district-wide safety initiatives, emergency preparedness, and threat assessment programs. With a strong background in public safety, he works closely with law enforcement and school leaders to implement proactive security measures and foster a safe learning environment. For more info visit https://lnkd.in/eV-tW9XH