School safety is a top priority for educators, administrators, and parents alike. As threats evolve and technology advances, it’s crucial to stay ahead of the curve. That’s why our Eastern DataComm team is excited to announce the Fall 2024 School Safety Breakfast Seminar Series, a transformative event designed specifically for school leaders who are committed to enhancing their institution’s security.
Presented by Eastern DataComm and ZeroNow, in collaboration with Verkada, this seminar, titled “Enhancing School Security through Innovative Tech,” is your opportunity to dive deep into the latest advancements in school safety technology.
Here you’ll find all the vital details you need to know so you can join us for one of these crucially informative events.
Event Details
TIME:
Registration & Check-In: 8:30 am to 9:00 am
Educational Session: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Dates & Locations
Tuesday, October 8th: Maggiano’s of Hackensack, NJ
Maggiano’s of Hackensack
70 Riverside Square Mall
Hackensack, NJ 07601-6360
Wednesday, October 9th: Hilton Long Island/Huntington, NY
Hilton Long Island/Huntington
598 Broad Hollow Road
Melville, NY 11747-5002
Tuesday, October 15th: Hilton Garden Inn Washington, DC/Greenbelt, MD
Hilton Garden Inn Washington, DC/Greenbelt
7810 Walker Drive
Greenbelt, MD 20770
Wednesday, October 16th: Maggiano’s of Bridgewater, NJ
Maggiano’s of Bridgewater
600 Commons Way
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Tuesday, October 29th: Hilton Garden Inn Hartford South, CT
Hilton Garden Inn Hartford South
85 Glastonbury Boulevard
Glastonbury, CT 06033
Wednesday, October 30th: MOESC, Tinton Falls, NJ
MOESC
100 Tornillo Way
Tinton Falls, NJ 07712
** Breakfast will be served at no cost for all registered attendees. **
For more information and to register, visit our event page.
Who Should Attend?
This event provides critical and cutting-edge information for key school district stakeholders including:
- K–12 Superintendents and Business Administrators
- School Safety and Security Professionals
- Directors of Facilities/Operations
- School District IT Professionals
- Higher Education Administrators
- Those leaders in education who are entrusted with ensuring effective daily communication and comprehensive safety for school district students, faculty, staff, and visitors
Why Should You Attend?
In today’s rapidly changing world, ensuring the safety and security of students and staff is more important than ever. Our seminar will feature expert-led sessions covering a range of innovative technologies designed to enhance school security. Here’s what you can expect:
1. Advanced Video Surveillance with AI: Discover how cutting-edge video surveillance technologies, powered by artificial intelligence, are revolutionizing school security. Learn about advanced analytics, real-world applications, and how these technologies can provide actionable insights to improve safety.
2. Innovative Access Control Systems: Explore modern access control solutions that enhance security by managing who enters and exits your school. Find out how these systems can integrate with other security measures to provide a comprehensive safety net.
3. Environmental Sensors: From detecting vaping and aggressive language to monitoring temperature, environmental sensors play a critical role in early warning systems. Learn about the different types of sensors and their integration with other technologies to create a safer school environment.
4. Emergency Notification Solutions: Effective emergency notification systems are vital for quick communication during crises. Our experts will share best practices and technologies that ensure timely and efficient notifications.
5. Paging, Bell, and Clock Solutions: Discover how coordinated communication systems contribute to overall safety by streamlining messaging and alerts across your campus.
6. VoIP Phone Systems: Understand the benefits of Voice over IP technology for school security and communication, and how it integrates with other systems to enhance overall safety.
7. Implementation Strategies and Best Practices: Gain insights into integrating various technologies into your existing infrastructure, budgeting, and ongoing maintenance to ensure long-term success.
What’s Included?
Free Breakfast: Start your day with a complimentary breakfast, and use this opportunity to network with peers and experts in the field.
Expert Insights: Hear from thought leaders at Eastern DataComm and ZeroNow about the latest trends and solutions in school safety.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow school leaders, exchange ideas, and discuss challenges and solutions in an informal setting.
Why Is This Educational Experience So Important?
School safety is not just about responding to incidents but about proactively creating an environment where students and staff can thrive without fear. By attending this seminar, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and tools to develop and implement comprehensive safety strategies tailored to your school’s needs. You’ll leave with actionable insights and practical solutions to enhance your school’s security infrastructure, ensuring a safer learning environment for all.
Who Is Zeronow?
ZeroNow is the safety community’s movement to end harmful events in our schools. As a member-based non-profit, ZeroNow facilitates collaboration between industry, associations, and education partners to foster new solutions to keep our campuses safe and secure.
ZeroNow brings safety assets and education safety leaders together to establish the standards for school safety technology. We drive a unified voice to educate policymakers on the need for increased investment in school safety. For more information, please visit www.zeronow.org.
Why Is This Partnership Important?
By integrating Eastern DataComm’s cutting-edge technology solutions with ZeroNow’s focus on innovative school safety practices, this collaboration aims to enhance the preparedness of schools to handle emergencies swiftly and efficiently, ultimately saving lives. The emphasis on removing the human element from emergency communication is particularly important, as it reduces the risk of errors during critical moments.
Those school leaders who attend our event will garner valuable insights and practical strategies for improving school safety. Attendees will learn about the latest advancements in emergency response and communication, gain access to educational resources, and feel better equipped to connect with their staff regarding how to create a safer environment for the students entrusted to their care.
Together with ZeroNow and Eastern DataComm, we can make our schools safer for all those who enter them.
Reserve Your Seat Today
Don’t miss this invaluable opportunity to advance your school’s safety measures. Spaces are limited, so we encourage you to register early to secure your spot.
Click here to register for one of our seminar locations today!
Join us in October to gain the expertise needed to stay ahead of potential threats and implement cutting-edge solutions that will safeguard your school community. We look forward to seeing you there and working together to create a safer future for our students and staff.
For more information and to register, visit our event page.
Let’s take the next step in enhancing school security through innovative technology.
More About Our Presenters
Paul Jenne
Eastern DataComm National School Safety Advisor
Paul Jenne leads business development at Eastern DataComm, a safety and communications company with over 30 years of experience serving schools, businesses, and municipalities. As a father of three, school safety is a priority for him. He has worked with hundreds of schools, helping them create safer environments through effective technology. Paul’s goal is to improve day-to-day communications and provide cost-effective solutions to enhance community safety.
Dr. Kevin Eberle
ZERONOW
Dr. Kevin Eberle is a retired School teacher, Administrator, and COO for the past 32 years. He is presently an Education Consultant focusing on leadership, safety, and mental health. His passion is to keep students and teachers safe in the school setting. Through training with Trauma-Informed Care and using Restorative Practices in the educational setting, the culture and fabric of any school can become an effective learning environment where students can succeed. As a prior police officer before entering into education, Dr. Eberle was trained in emergency response and critical thinking as a tactical officer which assisted in helping create safe schools throughout his educational career.
Dr. Eberle will be co-presenting at all of our New Jersey and New York seminars.
Jeff Kelly
ZERONOW
Jeff Kelly is a ZeroNow Advisory Council member. He is a veteran of law enforcement and emergency management. As Director of K12 Solutions at Mutualink, he specializes in school safety solutions and is responsible for designing and implementing solutions nationally.
Mr. Kelly will co-present for our Connecticut seminar.
Jason Stoddard
ZERONOW
Jason Stoddard is the Director of School Safety and Security for the Charles County Public Schools (MD) and chair of the National Council of School Safety Directors (NCSSD). He is responsible for sustaining a safe learning and work environment for over 27,000 students and nearly 4,000 staff members. Since coming to the public schools in April of 2018, he has created the Office of School Safety and Security, been awarded millions of dollars in grant money, implemented major evolutions such as revolving backgrounds for all employees, options-based active shooter response, the “I love u guys” Foundation Standard Response Protocols, a state of art radio communication system with public safety interoperability, first its kind intelligence unit, drone program and most recently install Gun Detect, an artificial intelligence driven solution for surveillance cameras in all the system schools. Originally from a small town in Iowa, Mr. Stoddard came to the Washington, DC area while serving as a Security Police Officer in the United States Air Force. After completing his service obligation, he embarked on a career in civilian law enforcement. He spent over 20 years with the Charles County Sheriff’s Office rising to the rank of Lieutenant. His executive command assignments include tours within the Patrol Division, Special Operations Section (overseeing the SWAT team, K-9, Marine, Traffic, and Civil Disturbance), and Homeland Security and Intelligence Sections. He has a master’s degree in organizational leadership. He is a graduate of the Northwestern University, School of Police Staff and Command, and the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Program.
Mr. Stoddard also serves as an adjunct professor at several universities, teaches executive-level leadership for the Maryland Police Training Commission, has authored several articles for magazines on topics ranging from school safety to organizational leadership, serves as a consultant for the Department of Justice and National Institutes of Justice, sits on several advisory boards, and has often traveled the country teaching school safety, active assailant response, leadership, data/evidence-based decision making, and crisis communications, and incident management.
Mr Stoddared will co-present for our Maryland seminar.
