Respect During Social Interactions
This LRE Academy is for educators who serve a middle/high school population. SROs/JPOs from a School Safety Program Funded site have the ability to attend for free.
Event Overview
According to the National Health Education Standards, “…respecting others’ limits, resolving conflicts and knowing how and when to ask for help, ... being able to refuse unwanted behaviors, and resisting negative pressure”. This training will provide hands-on, interactive lessons that can equip students with the skills necessary to determine if their actions are crossing the line. Free, private hotel accommodations and mileage reimbursement (up to $150) are available for SSP funded SROs/JPOs who work at a school outside of Maricopa County.
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Clearing the Smoke: Vaping and Marijuana Education
This LRE Academy is for educators who serve a middle/high school population. SROs/JPOs from a School Safety Program Funded site have the ability to attend for free.
Event Overview
15% of youth surveyed in 2022 reported having used marijuana (AYS 2022). This training will provide participants with interactive methods to educate youth on the effects of marijuana and vaping on their development and future plans. Free, private hotel accommodations and mileage reimbursement (up to $150) are available for SSP funded SROs/JPOs who work at a school outside of Maricopa County.
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Keep School Safe from School Threats
This LRE Academy is for educators who serve a K-2 population. SROs/JPOs from a School Safety Program Funded site have the ability to attend for free.
Event Overview
School safety is a relevant concern for all students and families today. Waiting until middle and high school to teach students about acting and staying safe while at school is not enough. By teaching youth at a young age how important reporting unsafe actions is, we may be able to reduce the stigma that “snitches” are the problem. Free, private hotel accommodations and mileage reimbursement (up to $150) are available for SSP funded SROs/JPOs who work at a school outside of Maricopa County.
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CSI Arizona: Cracking the Case with Forensic Science
This LRE Academy is for educators who serve a middle/high school population. SROs/JPOs from a School Safety Program Funded site have the ability to attend for free.
Event Overview
This academy will equip educators with the skills to bring crime scene investigations (CSI) to life in their classrooms or after-school clubs! Participants will learn the basics of teaching crime scene investigation, evidence collection, and witness questioning. Free, private hotel accommodations and mileage reimbursement (up to $150) are available for SSP funded SROs/JPOs who work at a school outside of Maricopa County.
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Preventing Dangerous Situations in School
This LRE Academy is for educators who serve a middle/high school population. SROs/JPOs from a School Safety Program Funded site have the ability to attend for free.
Event Overview
According to the 2022 Arizona Youth Survey, about 17% of students reported that it would be “sort of” or “very” easy to acquire a handgun. This academy will focus on helping youth understand the consequences of bringing weapons/dangerous instruments on campus as well as what to do if a peer does. Free, private hotel accommodations and mileage reimbursement (up to $150) are available for SSP funded SROs/JPOs who work at a school outside of Maricopa County.
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Reducing Aggressive Behavior Through Conflict Resolution
This LRE Academy is for educators who serve a middle/high school population. SROs/JPOs from a School Safety Program Funded site have the ability to attend for free.
Event Overview
Unresolved conflicts, both in person and online, have the potential to escalate into more aggressive actions. This training will provide participants with interactive methods to educate youth on effective and safe communications on and offline that can discourage violence and build respectful relationships with others. Free, private hotel accommodations and mileage reimbursement (up to $150) are available for SSP funded SROs/JPOs who work at a school outside of Maricopa County.
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School Threats: Safety Starts with You
This LRE Academy is for educators who serve a grade 3-5 population. SROs/JPOs from a School Safety Program Funded site have the ability to attend for free.
Event Overview
A national campaign from Homeland Security is “If you see something, say something”. This is a popular slogan among schools. When students are educated on the impact of school threats, they may be more likely to report what they hear or see. This academy is tailored for upper elementary students’ specific learning style. Free, private hotel accommodations and mileage reimbursement (up to $150) are available for SSP funded SROs/JPOs who work at a school outside of Maricopa County.
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Recognizing Red Flags in Relationships
This LRE Academy is for educators who serve a middle/high school population. SROs/JPOs from a School Safety Program Funded site have the ability to attend for free.
Event Overview
Whether online or in-person, helping youth establish healthy relationships with sound decision-making skills can strengthen student success and safety. Lessons will be included that help students recognize toxic and/or grooming behavior. Free, private hotel accommodations and mileage reimbursement (up to $150) are available for SSP funded SROs/JPOs who work at a school outside of Maricopa County.
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Evaluating Online Communication and its Impact
This LRE Academy is for educators who serve a middle/high school population. SROs/JPOs from a School Safety Program Funded site have the ability to attend for free.
Event Overview
In 2024, both cyberbullying and bullying in school will reportedly continue to rise. Nearly 22% of youth reported having harassed or made fun of another person online or through text at least once in the past year. Free, private hotel accommodations and mileage reimbursement (up to $150) are available for SSP funded SROs/JPOs who work at a school outside of Maricopa County.
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Supporting Every Learner with LRE
This LRE Academy is for educators who serve a elementary/middle/high school population. SROs/JPOs from a School Safety Program Funded site have the ability to attend for free.
Event Overview
“Learning and behavioral disabilities may lead to academic failure and dropout which may result in delinquency… Delinquent youth with disabilities may be more likely to be apprehended by police because of a lack of skills to plan strategies, avoid detection, interact appropriately, and comprehend questions and warnings during police encounters” [6]. [6] Platt, J.; & Alan, T. (2004) Free, private hotel accommodations and mileage reimbursement (up to $150) are available for SSP funded SROs/JPOs who work at a school outside of Maricopa County.
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Avoiding A Mob Mentality
This LRE Academy is for educators who serve a middle/high school population. SROs/JPOs from a School Safety Program Funded site have the ability to attend for free.
Event Overview
The Youth Result Behavior Survey System reported being threatened or injured with a weapon at school and not going to school because of safety concerns has increased. The lessons provided will address the consequences of aggressive and violent actions. Free, private hotel accommodations and mileage reimbursement (up to $150) are available for SSP funded SROs/JPOs who work at a school outside of Maricopa County.
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