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1.
Homeland
Security Memo, September 16, 2003, Terrorist Chemical Device
 "...Terrorists continue to select
soft targets for attack--particularly those that will yield a high
casualty count. There are two categories of soft targets that a
terrorist may choose for attack, those being soft targets with
controlled access and soft targets with uncontrolled access.
Examples of soft targets with controlled access include sports
stadiums, arenas, and office buildings (with security guards).
Examples of soft targets with uncontrolled access include hospitals,
malls, restaurants, and schools. All available antiterrorism
measures should be rigorously reexamined – to include: physical
security perimeters, personnel awareness, and reporting
methods...."
Click to Download Report
 Did
you know about this memo? Were you aware that your school is
officially considered a "soft target?" Have you seen the
picture of the Chemical Device that Homeland Security published so
that your school staff can be aware? It is not Keys intent to alarm
but to raise awareness. If you were alarmed at reading this, read
the full text of this Memo at: xyz. If you have questions about the effectiveness of your
Crisis/Terrorism Plan or your school's state of awareness, review this web page and contact
Keys today:
http://www.keystosaferschools.com/crisis_planning_process.htm
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2.
California Training
Huge Success
More
than a dozen school districts sent delegates to Bakersfield,
CA for training on
Schools,
Terrorism and Homeland Security on January 26,
2004. Feedback was positive and immediate, but all present
commented on the timeliness and need for such training. Over two
years have passed since the 9/11 attacks yet schools are still
confused not knowing what to do to increase security as the Homeland Security
Alert Codes change color. Several of the schools there are working
with Keys to set dates for more intensive training on Crisis and
Terrorism planning tailored for their school and community.
Unfortunately, some schools across America have opted (due to a
lack of knowledge or political views) to pay no heed to the
Alert System and to continue with business as usual. This is a
tremendous error in judgment. While it may be true that most
schools will never a terrorist attack, those who have invested in
good planning and periodic drills will be rewarded with a sense of
confidence. They are also more likely to prevent or to mitigate
the effects of either a terrorist attack or a natural disaster due
their preparedness. To read more about what makes a school
dangerous or prepared,
Click here.
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3.
Orlando:
4th Annual Conference on School Violence Prevention
 June
14-15, 2004 are the dates for this year's conference. The site
will once again be the Ramada Resort at the Maingate to Disney
World in Kissimmee, Florida. The theme for the conference is
Homeland
Security Codes,
Bio/Chemical
Terrorism and What Schools can do. There will
be presentations by Subject Matter Experts and Discussion Groups
about Practical Actions for Schools. This conference will
emphasize policy, procedure and activities that schools can
realistically do within budget and manpower constraints, but still
meet the need of being prepared. You cannot afford to miss this
conference.
If
you have a presentation that meets the format of this conference,
there is limited space available. Respond by email immediately to
be considered. Email:
Keys@KeysToSaferSchools.com
To
learn more about this conference, go to:
http://www.keystosaferschools.com/Orlando_2004.htm
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