{"product_id":"all-clear-lessons-from-a-decade-managing-school-crises-hardcover","title":"All Clear: Lessons from a Decade Managing School Crises - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eChris Joffe\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn expert's guide to creating safety in educational environments and responding correctly when the unthinkable happens\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eAll Clear: Lessons from a Decade Managing School Crises\u003c\/i\u003e, safety expert Chris Joffe shows district and school leaders how to create safety in school environments and develop a plan for responding effectively in the event of emergency--whether it be from an allergy attack or an active shooter. In our ever-changing educational and cultural landscape, this is a critical resource. A sought-after safety trainer and consultant for schools, Chris draws on decades of experience to guide and empower district and school leaders to prepare for and execute crucial next steps in the wake of a school emergency. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe techniques in this book are not just hypothetical. Chris Joffe has a substantive background in emergency and crisis response, and Joffe Emergency Services has been trusted to put preparedness plans into place across U.S. school districts, charter schools, private schools, and global companies. With this book, you'll learn how to prioritize the health and safety of your students in a way that considers the unique attributes of your school or district. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFollow a thoughtful but realistic approach to planning for and responding to emergency situations and recovering from crises\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGain the micro-level tools and confidence to help your community stay safer, including emergency response techniques and leadership strategies\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAddress environmental, social, and other barriers to school safety, in partnership with community stakeholders \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn communication strategies that you can use to teach others how to respond in times of crisis, without generating panic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAll Clear \u003c\/i\u003eempowers district and school leaders, heads of school, and school security professionals--as well as teachers, parents, and other youth leaders--to create secure learning environments where students can feel safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEducational leaders, from principals and superintendents to heads of school and youth organizers, need to know what effective crisis response looks like. With engaging anecdotes and real-world examples, \u003ci\u003eAll Clear: Lessons from a Decade Managing School Crises\u003c\/i\u003e delivers that knowledge in an accessible and, most importantly, practical way. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo two schools are exactly alike, and emergency preparedness might look very different in an inner-city public school district than it does in private schools. Thankfully, author Chris Joffe does not profess to have a one-size-fits-all solution for safety and crisis management. Instead, he equips readers with concrete tools and strategies they can modify and implement regardless of the setting. This realistic approach enables leaders to plan for and respond to emergencies, and to navigate returning to \"normal\" in the aftermath. Joffe shows district and school leaders how to create safety in school environments and develop a plan for responding effectively in the event of emergency--whether it be from an allergy attack or an active shooter. In our ever-changing educational and cultural landscape, this is a critical resource. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe want our schools to be safe environments for teaching and learning, but they could. With the advice in this book, we can skew the odds in our favor, putting policies and practices in place that help students feel safe. When you read \u003ci\u003eAll Clear\u003c\/i\u003e, you're making a commitment to all students, all teachers, and all members of the community. This commitment to security could make the difference between fear and real engagement. Our schools need leaders who can stand up for safety, before, during, and after crisis events.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for ALL CLEAR\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"An impressive addition to the field of school safety and crisis management, \u003ci\u003eAll Clear\u003c\/i\u003e offers invaluable insight and actionable information. With an incredible backstory, Chris Joffe incorporates his personal history with his professional experience to provide a powerful guide for emergency preparedness and crisis response. Written by a true leader in the field, I highly recommend this book.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Nancy Zarse, Psy.D., \u003c\/b\u003e Forensic Psychologist, and CEO and Founder of Zarse Psychological Services \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"In the early days of Covid-19, Chris Joffe's unique insights and guidance helped school leaders plan weeks ahead. In \u003ci\u003eAll Clear\u003c\/i\u003e, the tools and strategies he teaches will make it possible for school communities to anticipate and prepare for the unpredictable years in advance.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Steven Lorch, \u003c\/b\u003e Head of School, Kadima Day School, Los Angeles \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Chris Joffe's book is a tutorial on how to master panic and turn crisis into calm. The secrets he shares in \u003ci\u003eAll Clear\u003c\/i\u003e focus on the real-life lessons he learned about the value of working with the people around you, not in spite of them.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Katherine Schweit, \u003c\/b\u003e Former agent and executive for the FBI and author of \u003ci\u003eStop the Killing\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrue learning comes from a foundation of safety, security, and preparedness\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen crisis hits, how you respond in the first five minutes is crucial to limiting the damage and determining the outcome. Do you have the knowledge, skills, and confidence you need to respond to school emergencies? In \u003ci\u003eAll Clear\u003c\/i\u003e, Chris Joffe, one of the nation's leading experts on school safety, equips you with those skills. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside, you'll discover how to develop, communicate, and implement an emergency preparedness plan, and you'll learn vital techniques that you can use to provide strong leadership in crisis situations. Even if the events we fear never occur, having these structures in place can contribute a sense of safety and security throughout a school. And that's no small matter--for learning to happen, staff and students must feel safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCHRIS JOFFE\u003c\/b\u003e is a sought-after safety expert and founder and CEO of Joffe Emergency Services. Motivated by his experience growing up in foster care, Chris founded Joffe Emergency Services with a simple promise: to empower teams with the skills they need to keep people safe in an emergency.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 224\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.02 x 9.06 x 6.14 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 21, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51765259174176,"sku":"9781394178070","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/72c53cf46455663160992f87feb892df.webp?v=1780265157","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/all-clear-lessons-from-a-decade-managing-school-crises-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}