2008 EXPO Safety & Security Track

“Driver and Monitor Training”
For students with special needs, the school bus driver and monitor are vital. This workshop will encourage drivers and escorts to view themselves as a vital part of the instructional team, and to consider their school buses as “mini classrooms” where students practice necessary skills and behaviors for travel.
Session Presenter(s): Peggy Groce

“GPS Security Panel”
Once considered merely a vehicle tracker, global positioning systems are now viewed as a security measure to keep students safe and accounted for. Panelists will discuss the current trends of GPS technology, as well as large implementations and what’s on the horizon.
Session Presenter(s): Ray Trejo, Mike McQuade

“Developing a Emergency Crisis Plan”
In an emergency, will your department run like a well-oiled machine or an erratic beating heart? A well thought-out crisis plan and a trained team can make all the difference. This class will explore the needed elements for this type of targeted, structured response.
Session Presenter(s): Cheri Clymer

“Sexual Predator Panel”
Whether it be on the internet or at our bus stops, sexual predators are watching, reaching out to, and attempting to abduct our children. Panel experts will discuss ways to keep our students safe and our eyes open.
Session Presenter(s): Dr. Duane Dobbert, Nancy McBride & Capt. Ken Urquhart

“Stalking School Bus Stop Predators”
This provocative and powerful workshop delves into the nature and precursor behaviors of child sexual predators and provides specific recommendations that have successfully prevented sexual assaults and abductions throughout the U.S. Dr. Dobbert skillfully takes you on a journey, walking in the shoes of a child sexual predator.
Session Presenter(s): Dr. Duane Dobbert

“Understanding and Minimizing the Danger Zone”
Why have 622 children been killed within the 12-foot radius around the school bus, the so-called Danger Zone? This program will demonstrate proper mirror adjustment and what the driver should be able to see in each mirror. The session will be conducted in a school bus on a properly marked grid giving attendees hands-on experience.
Session Presenter(s): Dick Fischer