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Inside SchoolSAFE: Takeaways from Education Leaders

In this special episode of the School Safety Today podcast, host Dr. Amy Grosso interviews five education and safety leaders live from the Raptor 2025 SchoolSAFE Conference. Guests from districts across the U.S. share how the conference supports collaboration, professional development, and emotional renewal for those managing the complexities of school safety. The episode underscores the conference's dual role as a practical learning platform and an inspiring community for safety professionals.

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Peer collaboration and networking are central benefits of the SchoolSAFE Conference, connecting safety leaders who face the same daily challenges.

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Attendees gain exposure to emerging school safety trends and proven strategies for improving campus security and student well-being.

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The conference serves as an emotional reset, restoring hope and renewing commitment among school safety professionals.

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In this special episode of School Safety Today, host Dr. Amy Grosso interviews several education and safety leaders live from the Raptor 2025 SchoolSAFE Conference. Rachael Freeman (Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD), Jason Overbay (Sarasota County Schools), Marti Neahring (West Aurora School District), Dr. Penny Schultz (Chesapeake City Schools), and Todd Brendel (Dayton Schools, KY) share how the conference helps them manage the “messy” realities of school safety. They highlight the power of collaboration and networking with peers who truly understand their roles, the importance of relationship-based safety and the way high-quality training and keynotes renew their sense of hope and purpose. Across their stories, the Raptor SchoolSAFE Conference emerges as both a practical learning environment and an emotional reset, giving safety leaders fresh tools, trusted connections, and renewed energy to protect students and staff.

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  • Collaborating and networking with colleagues committed to addressing the same school safety concerns.
  • Learning about emerging trends and effective approaches to improving school safety.
  • An inspiring experience that restores motivation, fosters hope, and strengthens your commitment to the work.
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Dr. Amy Grosso

Host, School Safety Today

Raptor Technologies

Dr. Amy Grosso is the host of the School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. She interviews education and safety leaders on topics spanning school safety, emergency management, and student well-being.

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Rachael Freeman

Safety/Security Leader

Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD

Rachael Freeman is a safety and security professional at Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD in Texas. She participated in the Raptor 2025 SchoolSAFE Conference, sharing insights on collaboration and relationship-based school safety.

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Jason Overbay

Safety/Security Leader

Sarasota County Schools

Jason Overbay is a safety and security professional with Sarasota County Schools in Florida. He spoke at the Raptor 2025 SchoolSAFE Conference about emerging trends and effective approaches to improving school safety.

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Marti Neahring

Safety/Security Leader

West Aurora School District

Marti Neahring is a safety professional at West Aurora School District (SD129) in Illinois. She participated in the Raptor 2025 SchoolSAFE Conference, highlighting the importance of peer networking and high-quality training.

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Dr. Penny Schultz

Safety and Security Leader

Chesapeake City Schools

Dr. Penny Schultz leads safety and security initiatives at Chesapeake City Schools in Virginia. At the Raptor 2025 SchoolSAFE Conference, she discussed how the event renews motivation and strengthens commitment to student protection.

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Todd Brendel

Safety/Security Leader

Dayton Independent School District

Todd Brendel is a safety professional with Dayton Schools in Kentucky. He shared how the Raptor SchoolSAFE Conference serves as both a practical learning environment and an emotional reset for school safety leaders.

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