Learn about the challenges posed by AI and how they might impact local elections in this webinar co-presented by MSBA, Missouri Association of Counties, and Missouri Municipal League. The webinar is free for members of MSBA, MAC, and MML. mosba.org/article/1392341

The Missouri State Highway Patrol's anonymous school safety tip hotline received hundreds more reports in 2023 than in 2022. John McDonald said it's vital that people and students report anything they see or hear regarding their safety. abc17news.com/news/education…

Recently, a webinar co-presented by MSBA, MAC, and MML educated attendees on the challenges posed by AI and how it might impact local elections. Speakers discussed how AI is being used to shape public opinion and impact the democratic process. youtube.com/watch?v=IPWxmB…

John McDonald’s CES team will host a two-day Behavioral Risk Assessment Summit for K-12 school threat management on March 6 & 7 in Columbia. This is an excellent opportunity for school leadership teams to learn from the leading experts in school safety. mosba.org/article/1433218

School resource officers from more than 10 school districts across southwest Missouri were in the Ozark School District for the Regional SRO Meeting on Jan. 31. John McDonald, with CES, was the guest speaker. ozarktigers.org/post-details/~…

We are deeply saddened by the tragic event that occurred in Kansas City. Our hearts go out to all those impacted. As we come together during this difficult time, we invite you to read our full statement and find resources for support here: mosba.org/article/1462679

The FBI and Secret Service joined MSBA's Center for Education Safety in welcoming 250 educators and school safety professionals to a two-day conference featuring the world's leading experts in behavioral risk and threat assessment. #2024CES

Dr. Lina Alathari, Chief of the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC), is kicking off the CES Behavioral Risk Assessment Summit. #2024CES

Dr. Peter Langman is leading off day 2 of our incredible Behavioral Risk Conference. His powerful message "We must all be on duty at school" resonates as she trains 250 attendees on the warning signs of school violence. #2024CES

Missouri educators and law enforcement agencies came from across the state to learn from experts in school safety practices at a two-day summit hosted by the MSBA’s Center for Education Safety and the FBI in St. Louis and Kansas City. komu.com/news/midmissou…

"I've responded to seven school shootings in my career," said John McDonald. "And along the way, the one thing I learned is that it's always better to live in a world of prevention than to live in a world of tragedy because tragedy is just too hard." abc17news.com/news/2024/03/0…

REGISTER NOW! Kick off the Spring Advocacy Series this Wednesday, March 13 from the comfort of home or school. Log on with school leaders from across the state for a legislative update and a keynote from community engagement author Dr. Stephany Cuevas. mosba.org/page/spring-ad…

CES's John McDonald, former executive director of school safety for Jefferson County Schools in Colorado, and many others reflect on how 25 years later Columbine is still with us. usatoday.com/story/news/nat…

The Lebanon R-3 School District recently hosted a two-day active shooter training hosted by the Missouri School Boards’ Association’s (MSBA) Center for Education Safety and attended by members of local law enforcement agencies. laclederecord.com/stories/lebano…

The Summer CES School Safety Academy is underway in Branson. The CES team started off the academy with a discussion of what it means to be a certified school safety specialist. #2024CES

CES's John McDonald got day 2 of the School Safety Academy started. Participation in the Academy will grant designated school safety coordinators their certification as a School Safety Specialist. #2024CES

Ret. Lieutenant Brian Murphy highlighted the CES School Safety Academy lunch session. Murphy hopes that those who listen to him talk about his experience will think about their “echo". How one person can make a difference, and impact the lives of those around them. #2024CES

Staff and students need to know and practice the actions they should use in emergency situations. As a result, they drill! The School Safety Manual for Leaders is designed to provide guidance for you as you implement drills. core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asse…

Missouri students are back in school and hundreds of school employees have already been trained to identify potential safety threats. CES's John McDonald says threat assessments are a key component to prevent problem behavior. missourinet.com/2024/09/10/mis…

This 2024 CES School Safety Summit is great for the entire school leadership team, including administrative staff and board members. Hear from national experts on practical strategies to effectively prepare for and navigate through crises in schools. youtube.com/watch?v=DNrepF…