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Small Business Safety and Scams
Small Business Safety and Scams
In this interactive presentation, guest presenter David Peck will discuss how to keep your small business safe during these unprecedented times. He will cover safety of your business as well as small business scams on the rise. To register, click here!
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A Parents and Educators Guide to Cyber Safety
A Parents and Educators Guide to Cyber Safety
In this interactive presentation, Safe Community Program Manager, Sydney Zuiker, will discuss potential online dangers, cyber-crime trends, popular social media and gaming platforms, and online monitoring tools to assist in keeping our youth safe while using the internet. To register, click here! This virtual safety video presentation is made possible by Sprint and Connectivity Source.
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Cyber Safety – Teen (7th-12th grade)
Cyber Safety – Teen (7th-12th grade)
In this interactive presentation, Safe School Institute Manager, Jenna Fondren, will teach teens (7th-12th grade) and teenage students how to respond appropriately when exposed to inappropriate content. She will also address dangers of posting terroristic threats, digital footprint, consequences of revealing personal information, grooming techniques used by predators and cyberbullying. To register, click here! This virtual safety video presentation is made possible by Sprint and Connectivity Source.
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Cyber Safety – Tween (3rd-6th grade)
Cyber Safety – Tween (3rd-6th grade)
In this interactive presentation, Safe School Education Specialist, Kaitlynn Frey, will teach tween and teenage students how to respond appropriately when exposed to inappropriate content. She will also address dangers of posting terroristic threats, digital footprint, consequences of revealing personal information, grooming techniques used by predators and cyberbullying. This virtual safety video presentation is made possible by Sprint and Connectivity Source. To register, click here!
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From Anxious to Aligned: Helping our kids feel safe and connected during uncertain times
From Anxious to Aligned: Helping our kids feel safe and connected during uncertain times
Randi Rubenstein, founder of Mastermind Parenting, will lead a virtual town hall parenting conversation. Randi will share her top 3 tips to help families adjust to the “new normal” during this unprecedented time. Your kids CAN end the 2020 school year feeling calm, confident and more connected to you than ever before! To register, click here!
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Law Enforcement Update
Law Enforcement Update
In this interactive conversation, Deputy Director, Nichole Christoph will interview Lt. Jefferson of HPD about the current state of crime in Houston. They will discuss what changes have occurred since COVID-19, and what citizens should be aware of when it comes to crime. To register, click here! This virtual safety video presentation is made possible by the Houston Police Department.
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Juvenile Laws
Juvenile Laws
In this interactive presentation, the Safe School Institute Manager, Jenna Fondren and Safe School Education Specialist, Kaitlynn Frey will discuss laws that directly impact teens that they might not be aware of. Laws related to cyber safety, teen dating and sexual misconduct, human trafficking and substance use. Tune in to find out what you can be held accountable for, how to protect yourself and most importantly stay out of trouble! To register, click here! This virtual safety video presentation is made possible by our Safe School Institute Donors: Wayne Duddlesten Foundation Sprint & Connectivity Source, a Sprint Authorized Retailer The Hamill Foundation The Gillson Longenbaugh Foundation Sterling-Turner Foundation The Gordon A Cain Foundation
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Victim Advocacy, Legislation, and Media
Victim Advocacy, Legislation, and Media
Anyone can yell and scream about the injustices of the world, I would much prefer to seek solutions by crafting Legislation to enhance victims right and public safety. Join me for a journey throughout my career in enacting legislation and how the role of media is invaluable. To register, click here! This virtual safety video presentation is made possible by our Victim Services Donors: - Harris County Commissioners Court Commissioner Adrian Garcia - Harris County Commissioners Court Commissioner R. Jack Cagle - Texas Officer of the Government, Criminal Justice Division (CJD)
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Animal Cruelty Virtual Panel Discussion
Animal Cruelty Virtual Panel Discussion
In this interactive presentation, Safe Community Program Manager, Sydney Zuiker will interview Houston animal experts about current animal cruelty trends and how the community can get involved in advocating #fortheanimals. To register, click here! This virtual safety video presentation is made possible by Houston PetSet.
CANCELLED: 2020 Houston’s Heroes Awards Luncheon
CANCELLED: 2020 Houston’s Heroes Awards Luncheon
It is with deep regret that we’ve had to cancel this year’s annual Houston’s Heroes Awards Luncheon originally scheduled for May 7, 2020. This event is hosted by Crime Stoppers with the intent to honor Houstonians who have gone above and beyond for the safety of our community. Over the years, the event has grown to include companies who are incredible corporate citizens as well as individuals or groups who are committed to the safety of our community and kids in school grades K-12. We know that many things are changing and changing rapidly due to COVID19. It is our plan that as soon as life returns to normal, we will find a way to honor this year’s Houston’s Heroes (listed below) in a much larger way this year. For now, please stay tuned for more information as well as for videos recognizing our award recipients in the weeks to come. Sincerest wishes for the continued health and safety of you and yours. Read full press release here. Visit event page here.
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Encouraging COVID Innovations
Encouraging COVID Innovations
Rania Mankarious sits down with Crime Stoppers partner Constance White about her journey through COVID-19, her recovery and the unique treatment taking place at our own Methodist Hospital thanks to Dr. Eric Salazar and how it will lead the nation, help others and offers support for many. Join us for a unique conversation inside the world of COVID and walk away with real stories, real updates on treatment and where we go from here. To register, click here! This virtual safety video series has been made possible by Spindletop Charities.
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Elder Safety Virtual Seminar
Elder Safety Virtual Seminar
Join Deputy Director, Nichole Christoph for an interactive conversation with Tim Morstad, Associate State Director of Outreach and Advocacy for AARP Texas, about how to care for our elderly loved ones, scams effecting the elderly, and how we can best keep our beloved elders safe. To register, click here!
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Financial Scams and Stimulus Checks
Financial Scams and Stimulus Checks
In this interactive presentation, Deputy Director, Nichole Christoph, discusses the rise of financial scams and how to protect yourself from financial victimization. She will cover stimulus check scams and how to ensure you are staying safe during this time of financial vulnerability. To register, click here!
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Unmet Expectations: High School Seniors
Unmet Expectations: High School Seniors
In this interactive panel discussion, Safe Community Program Manager, Sydney Zuiker will interview a group of graduating high school seniors about their experience with COVID-19. They will discuss how they have felt about having their senior year cut short and not being able to attend things like prom and graduation ceremonies, what their plans look like come fall and will end with pertinent safety tips for their age group. To register, click here! This virtual safety video presentation is made possible by our Safe School Institute Donors: Wayne Duddlesten Foundation Sprint & Connectivity Source, a Sprint Authorized Retailer The Hamill Foundation The Gillson Longenbaugh Foundation Sterling-Turner Foundation The Gordon A Cain Foundation
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Unmet Expectations: College Seniors
Unmet Expectations: College Seniors
In this interactive panel discussion, Safe School Institute Manager, Jenna Fondren and Safe Community Program Manager, Sydney Zuiker interview a group of graduating college seniors about their experience with COVID-19. They will discuss how they have felt about having their senior year cut short and not being able to attend things like final senior events and graduation ceremonies, the job market for them, what their plans look like going forward, and will end with pertinent safety tips for their age group. To register, click here!
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Unmet Expectations: Adults
Unmet Expectations: Adults
In this interactive panel discussion, Crime Stoppers CEO, Rania Mankarious interviews a group of young adults about their experience with COVID-19. They will discuss how COVID has affected their working environment, how they have adapted to the changes, and what going back to work looks like for them and their companies. To register, click here!
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COVID and its Effect on Kids & Teens
COVID and its Effect on Kids & Teens
In this interactive conversation, Safe School Institute Manager, Jenna Fondren and Safe Community Program Manager, Sydney Zuiker discuss the effects of COVID-19 on kids of all ages. They will discuss how young children have adapted versus how teens are coping and what you can do to ensure your student (or any age) stays safe during these uncertain times. To register, click here! This virtual safety video presentation is made possible by our Safe School Institute Donors: Wayne Duddlesten Foundation Sprint & Connectivity Source, a Sprint Authorized Retailer The Hamill Foundation The Gillson Longenbaugh Foundation Sterling-Turner Foundation The Gordon A Cain Foundation
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Teenage Employment Safety
Teenage Employment Safety
In this interactive conversation, Safe School Institute Manage, Jenna Fondren discusses safety precautions to take into account when considering teenage employment opportunities. She will discuss typical safety protocol as well as what extra safety measures to take into account in a COVID conscious world. To register, click here! This virtual safety video presentation is made possible by our Safe School Institute Donors: Wayne Duddlesten Foundation Sprint & Connectivity Source, a Sprint Authorized Retailer The Hamill Foundation The Gillson Longenbaugh Foundation Sterling-Turner Foundation The Gordon A Cain Foundation
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Opening the World
Opening the World
In this interactive presentation, Safe Community Program Manager, Sydney Zuiker will interview mental health experts about how our mental health might be affected by the re-opening of our world. They will cover signs of anxiety, depression, and PTSD as well as ways to communicate your mental health needs with authority figures in your life. To register, click here!
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COVID Shamming: A time for empathy
COVID Shamming: A time for empathy
In this heartfelt discussion, Crime Stoppers CEO, Rania Mankarious discusses the importance of listening non-judgmentally to the needs of those around you during this time. She will uncover the hurt caused by “COVID Shamming,” how we should come together in this time of uncertainty and anxiety, the importance of staying involved in your community, and how to utilize community resources such as the Crime Stoppers of Houston, anonymous Tip Line. To register, click here!