Event Location
Greater Richmond Convention Center
403 N 3rd St, Richmond, VA 23219
Event Schedule
8/8
7:30 AM - Check-in
Location: Ballroom Foyer
Check-in is:
- Available for late arrivals until 12:30 PM
- Make sure to grab a name tag at check-in, we request that they be worn throughout the entirety of the conference
8:30 AM - Welcome
Location: Ballroom
9:45 AM - Keynote
Keynote Address: Integrating and Aligning School-Based Programming Related to Student Safety and Engagement
Location: Ballroom
Featuring: Dr. Catherine Bradshaw (University of Virginia)
11:00 AM - Break
11:15 AM - Concurrent Sessions
Grantee Panel: School Climate and Prosocial Behaviors
Location: Ballroom
How an Intersectional Approach to School Policy Can Foster Safety and Wellbeing for Black Girls and Gender-Expansive Students
Location: Room B15C
Revitalizing School Safety: Strategies to Reduce Alienation and Foster Connection
Location: Room B15B
STOP School Violence: An NIJ and OJJDP Perspective on Addressing Youth Violence in Schools
Location: Room B15A
12:25 PM - Lunch (on Your Own)
For a quick list of nearby eateries, visit this page.
1:25 PM - Grant Manager Help Desk
Location: Ballroom Foyer
1:25 PM - Networking by Region
East Region:
CT, DC, DE, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, PA, PR, RI, VA, VT, WV
Location: Room B15B
Midwest Region:
AR, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI
Location: Room B15A
South Region:
AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, SC, TX
Location: Ballroom
West Region:
AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OK, OR, UT, WA, WY
Location: Room B15C
2:25 PM - Break
2:35 PM - Concurrent Sessions
BJA STOP School Violence Specialized TTA for Law Enforcement Program
Location: Room B15A
COPS Office STOP Act Funding and School Safety Resources
Location: Room B15C
Grantee Panel: Behavioral Threat Assessment, Reporting, and Response
Location: Ballroom
Schools, 988, and the Crisis Continuum
Location: Room B15B
3:45 PM - Break
3:55 PM - Concurrent Sessions
A Positive Youth Develop Approach to School Safety
Location: Ballroom
Evaluation for Impact
Location: Room B15A
Integrating School Resource Officers into School Safety Planning
Location: Room B15B
Tip Lines and Reporting Systems: Things to Know
Location: Room B15C
5:00 PM - End of Day 1
For a quick list of local eateries, visit this page.
8/9
8:00 AM - Welcome
Location: Ballroom
8:30 AM - Plenary
Plenary: Increasing Cultural Intelligence: Safer Schools, Managing Bias, and Building Relationships
Location: Ballroom
9:45 AM - Break
9:55 AM - Concurrent Sessions
COPS Office STOP Act Funding and School Safety Resources
Location: Room B15B
Revitalizing School Safety: Strategies to Reduce Alienation and Foster Connection
Location: Room B15A
Tabletop Your Way to BTAM Fidelity
Location: Ballroom
Tip Lines & Reporting Systems: Things to Know
Location: Room B15C
11:00 AM - Break
11:10 AM - Networking by Focus
Behavioral Threat Assessment, Social Media Monitoring
Location: Room B15A
Building and Campus Security, School-based Law Enforcement, School Safety Drills
Location: B15C
Mental Health Services, School Climate Interventions, Student Involvement and Empowerment
Location: Ballroom
Reporting Systems, Coordination with First Responders
Location: Room B15B
11:10 AM - Grant Manager Help Desk
Location: Ballroom Foyer
12:20 PM - Lunch (on Your Own)
For a quick list of nearby eateries, visit this page.
1:20 PM - Concurrent Sessions
After the Trigger Pull: A Law Enforcement Perspective
Location: Room B15C
Conducting K-12 Site Assessments to Enhance Your Emergency Operations Plan
Location: B15A
Grantee Panel: Collaboration
Location: Ballroom
Schools, 988, and the Crisis Continuum
Location: B15B
2:30 PM - Break
2:40 PM - Concurrent Sessions
After the Trigger Pull: A Law Enforcement Perspective
Location: Room B15C
A Positive Youth Development Approach to School Safety
Location: Room B15A
Evaluation for Impact
Location: Room B15B
Reducing School Violence Through Community Partnerships: Safe Passages and Safer Streets Initiative
Location: Ballroom
3:45 PM - Break
3:55 PM - Concurrent Sessions
Grantee Panel: Adapting to Your Context & Tailoring Programming to Student Needs
Location: Ballroom
How an Intersectional Approach to School Policy Can Foster Safety & Wellbeing for Black Girls and Gender-expansive Students
Location: Room B15C
Integrating School Resource Officers into School Safety Planning
Location: Room B15B
Tabletop Your Way to BTAM Fidelity
Location: B15A
5:00 PM - End of Day 2
For a quick list of local eateries, visit this page.
8/10
8:00 AM - Welcome
Location: Ballroom
8:30 AM - Networking by Organization Type
Tables will be assigned. Please see the presentation screen for instructions.
- Schools and School Districts
- Tribal, State, County, Local Government, and Law Enforcement
- Community Members, Nonprofits, and Community Organizations
- Higher Education and Research Partners
Location: Ballroom
8:30 AM - Grant Manager Help Desk
Location: Ballroom Foyer
9:45 AM - Break
10:00 AM - Grantee Panel
Grantee Panel: Family Engagement & Support
Location: Ballroom
11:15 AM - Wrap-Up
Location: Ballroom
12:00 PM - End of Day 3
Safe travels!
Frequently Asked Questions
What would you recommend registrants bring to the conference?
We recommend bringing a phone, tablet, or laptop for accessing the detailed conference guide, session surveys, and activities our presenters have planned. You should also bring a writing utensil for an interactive activity on the last day of the conference. Temperatures in Richmond will be high, so we also encourage you to bring a reusable water bottle.
Do I need to wear my name badge for the duration of the conference?
Yes, please wear your name badge throughout the entirety of the conference.
I can’t stay for the entire conference. How can I access information on the sessions I missed?
This conference is not being live-streamed or recorded, however, we will be sharing presentation materials on our website after the conference ends. If you are a grantee, join us on Wednesday, August 16, for Grantee Hours and hear attendees share their conference experiences.
What if I didn’t have time to complete my session survey(s)?
There is no time limit on completing these short suveys, as long as they are submitted during the conference. Make note of the session ID (which is shown on the presentation screen) to ensure you are providing feedback on the right session; the URL and QR code are the same for all sessions. Keep in mind that there will also be an overall conference survey shared with you at the end of the conference.
I’m interested in meeting my grant manager. Is there an opportunity for this?
Yes! We are hosting three Grant Manager Help Desk sessions during the conference. If you have a quick JustGrants question, would like to follow up on ongoing award modifications or other issues, or simply want to say ‘hi’ to your BJA grant manager, you can do so in the foyer during set times (see schedule).
What does lunch ‘on your own’ mean?
Are there going to be certificates for professional development?
Certificates will not be offered for attending this conference.
Will this be recorded or live-streamed?
No. However, we will make presentation slides available for download when applicable.
What accessibility options will be available at this conference?
The National Center for School Safety is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible event. If you need any accommodations in order to participate fully, please contact schoolsafety@umich.edu.