Safe School Institute Manager, Jenna Fondren, sits down with a representative from the Council on Recovery in Houston, TX to discuss substance use in adolescents, how the pandemic effects drug and alcohol consumption, and the best practices for adults when addressing this topic to students at school and at home. Please click here to register! This virtual Statewide Training is made possible by Texas Education Agency (TEA).

Safe School Manager, Jenna Fondren, will walk participants through how elementary students learn to be inclusive, accept their peers and themselves while practicing and reinforcing mental health best practices. Through a four-part action plan, students are taught to notice those around them, invite change, challenge themselves and others to be kind and be empowered to take action. Follow up lessons are provided. Thank you to the Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan and be nice. MI for partnering with us to provide this valuable presentation. When: Nov 3, 2020 01:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting by clicking here! This virtual safety presentation has been made possible by our Safe School Institute Donors: Spindletop Charities Phillips 66 H-E-B Tournament of Champions Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Wayne Duddlesten Foundation T-Mobile and Connectivity Source The Hamill Foundation The Gillson Longenbaugh Foundation The Gordon A. Cain Foundation

As we gear up for the holidays, Education Specialist, Nayeli Moyeda will discuss seasonal safety. This presentation offers safe shopping tips, ways to protect your identity while shopping, how to avoid victimization, and home safety tips to consider during the holiday season. When: Nov 5, 2020 01:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting by clicking here! This presentation is made possible by our Safe Community Program sponsors: Texas Office of the Governor – Criminal Justice Division (CJD) Harris County Commissioners Court – Commissioner Adrian Garcia Harris County Commissioners Court – Commissioner R. Jack Cagle The Hamill Foundation The Gillson Longenbaugh Foundation Linda and Lawrence Levy Houston PetSet

Safe School Institute Manager, Jenna Fondren, and Education Specialist, Kaitlynn Frey sit down to discuss a trend that can be devastating in school communities. The Safe School team covers the dangers of making Hoax Threats when speaking with students. Join us to learn how we approach this subject, and examples of this illegal action all over the country. When: Nov 9, 2020 10:00 AM in Central Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting by clicking here! This virtual Statewide Training is made possible by Texas Education Agency (TEA).

Join Safe School Manager, Jenna Fondren, to discuss Sugar Dating. A system that has been normalized in our society to the point of adolescents rapidly choosing to partake in these ‘relationships’ that are advertised as empowering but consequently can be the first step in a vicious cycle of sex trafficking and sexual exploitation. Register to stay up to date with the latest information! Register in advance for this meeting by clicking here!

The rise of the internet has caused increased financial vulnerabilities. Deputy Director, Nichole Christoph, provides tools to help avoid financial scams and loss, as well as how to avoid falling prey to financial crimes. When: Nov 12, 2020 01:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting by clicking here! This presentation is made possible by our Safe Community Program sponsors: Texas Office of the Governor – Criminal Justice Division (CJD) Harris County Commissioners Court – Commissioner Adrian Garcia Harris County Commissioners Court – Commissioner R. Jack Cagle The Hamill Foundation The Gillson Longenbaugh Foundation Linda and Lawrence Levy Houston PetSet

Please join us for a virtual self-defense class for adults with Krav Haganah Global When: Nov. 13, 2020 11:00 am Central Register in advance for this class by clicking here!

Education Specialist, Kaitlynn Frey, will discuss the importance of being aware of your surroundings. Kaitlynn will cover the most common methods predators and criminals use to victimize students in every-day situations. Join her to learn more about simple daily actions to incorporate into your routine, as well as the importance of self-defense and reinforcement strategies When: Nov. 16, 2020 10:00 am  Register in advance for this meeting by clicking here! This virtual Statewide Training is made possible by Texas Education Agency (TEA).

Although using social media at a young age is the new normal, educating yourself on the popular apps is critical for student safety. Education Specialist, Kaitlynn Frey, offers interactive videos examining the depths of each popular app by covering trends, safety settings, and hidden features. Learn terms, concerning features, long term consequences, and laws surrounding social media as well as discussing resources and monitoring options. When: Nov 17, 2020 01:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)  Register in advance for this meeting by clicking here! This virtual safety presentation has been made possible by our Safe School Institute Donors: Spindletop Charities Phillips 66 H-E-B Tournament of Champions Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Wayne Duddlesten Foundation T-Mobile and Connectivity Source The Hamill Foundation The Gillson Longenbaugh Foundation The Gordon A. Cain Foundation

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The rise of online gaming in mainstream culture has caused an increased risk of vulnerability and victimization in students. Safe Community Manager, Sydney Zuiker, will teach you about video game basics, the impact of eSports on our culture and safety, how gaming could be affecting your students, and how to keep your student safe while gaming. We will end this presentation with monitoring tools and techniques to aid you in ensuring safe game play in your home. When: Nov 19, 2020 01:00 PM Central Time  Register in advance for this meeting by clicking here! This presentation is made possible by our Safe Community Program sponsors: Texas Office of the Governor – Criminal Justice Division (CJD) Harris County Commissioners Court – Commissioner Adrian Garcia Harris County Commissioners Court – Commissioner R. Jack Cagle The Hamill Foundation The Gillson Longenbaugh Foundation Linda and Lawrence Levy Houston PetSet

Safe School Manager, Jenna Fondren showcases how to address Cyber Safety for Teens. Teach students how to stay safe online, effectively combat and address cyberbullying, create a positive online community, and a positive online reputation. Specifically, how to respond appropriately when exposed to inappropriate content, identifying dangerous requests and language, understanding privacy, how the internet is permanent, and the value of words and actions online. When: Dec 1, 2020 01:00 PM Central Time  Register in advance for this meeting by clicking here! This virtual safety presentation has been made possible by our Safe School Institute Donors: Spindletop Charities Phillips 66 H-E-B Tournament of Champions Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Wayne Duddlesten Foundation T-Mobile and Connectivity Source The Hamill Foundation The Gillson Longenbaugh Foundation The Gordon A. Cain Foundation

There is an inseparable link between Human Trafficking and the Internet. Safe Community Manager, Sydney Zuiker, highlights the nexus between pornography, trafficking, and grooming techniques used by predators. Gain an understanding through examples of direct messages used to lure students away from their homes, and most importantly how to have the uneasy but necessary conversations with your student. Thank you to Love People Not Pixels and Dr. Nissi Hamilton for partnering with us to provide valuable videos throughout this presentation! When: Dec 3, 2020 01:00 PM Central Time Register in advance for this meeting by clicking here! This presentation is made possible by our Safe Community Program sponsors: Texas Office of the Governor – Criminal Justice Division (CJD) Harris County Commissioners Court – Commissioner Adrian Garcia Harris County Commissioners Court – Commissioner R. Jack Cagle The Hamill Foundation The Gillson Longenbaugh Foundation Linda and Lawrence Levy Houston PetSet