“You must be very busy. How many days are you on the road each year?” I am asked this question following just about every conference presentation and at some point during most school safety consultations for local districts. Most people are surprised by my answer. I will share that answer with you very shortly. But […]
Category Archive: Reflections – Personal and Societal
Thanksgiving prayers to those who protect children and schools
I am blessed to be surrounded by wonderful family, friends and colleagues. They are my best supporters and as deserved at times, my best critics. Our school safety consulting team is comprised of school security and communication experts who are not only great, experienced professionals, but more importantly who are great parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, […]
Hallelujah (Chicago Musicians Care) – A Gift to Sandy Hook
The one-year anniversary of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shootings is only weeks away. Many look for ways to offer their prayers and memorial gestures to those who lost their lives and to their families. I was blessed to have Kevin Tenbrunsel, the co-founder of the Chicago Musicians Care organization, reach out to share with me their […]
Seasons Greetings from National School Safety and Security Services
A belated Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year greeting to our friends, family, and colleagues who follow the School Security Blog. This holiday season is one I will never forget for reasons both bad and good. On the bad side, the Sandy Hook Elementary School shootings dominated the week prior to Christmas. I spent […]
Celebrate Independence Day, freedom, and our security
Celebrate this July 4th by remembering that it is our independence and freedom that keeps us safe and secure. God Bless America! Visit School Security Blog at: www.schoolsecurityblog.com Follow Ken on Twitter @safeschools Visit and “Like” Our Facebook Fan Page at: www.facebook.com/schoolsafety
Memorial Day reminds us of the value of ‘us’ and ‘we,’ not ‘I’
Memorial Day celebrations should remind us of the value of “us” and “we,” not ‘I.” If you listen to our veterans who talk about fighting wars, reflect upon those who gave their lives in war, and express gratitude and pride for those who are actively serving in wars to keep our children and nation safe, […]
Easter Sunday reinforces value of faith, family and friends
As we pass through yet another Easter Sunday, allow the reflections and prayers of the day to reinforce the value of faith, family and friends. They are essential for keeping all of us safe, secure and sound in our hearts, minds, bodies and communities. Peace be with you. Ken Trump Visit School Security Blog at: www.schoolsecurityblog.com […]
What Christmas 2011 and school safety have in common
What does school safety have in common with The Muppets, Pac Man, Space Invaders, Rock’em Sock’em Robots, and other Christmas 2011 sightings? Simple: What is old is new again. I was intrigued upon seeing the return of The Muppets in their latest movie. Then came the plug-and-play Pac Man, Space Invaders, and other first generation video games Christmas presents. Next, […]
It’s Time to Rejuvenate School Safety, Security & Preparedness
Overloaded. Burned out. Unemployed. Distracted. Disjointed. Stressed. These are just a few words describing what I see and hear more and more every day. I find them among school staff, parents, neighbors, family, and about everywhere else life takes me each week. Uncertain Times Breed Stress and Anxiety We live in a time of economic uncertainty, political […]
Why Disagreeing or Challenging an Idea is Not “Incivility”
The latest politically-correct buzzword of the day, incivility, sounds good on the surface. After all, who could be against a more “civil” society? The Resurrection of “Civility” and the Push for Kumbaya The problem is that the issue has been pushed to the forefront in a political context. The buzz started with the Obama Administration […]