Prepare My School w/ Mike Johnson

Description

In this episode of the EDULearn Ask Me Anything Podcast, Michael Johnson, a seasoned safety consultant and the creator of the ClearPath EPM Prepare My School training courses, discusses essential strategies for building resilient safety protocols within international schools. Drawing on his international diplomatic security experience, Michael shares insights on assessing and mitigating transportation risks to protect students, particularly during field trips and expeditions. The conversation emphasizes the importance of proactive threat assessment, community involvement in safety planning, and the need for tailored approaches to student safety based on age and location.

As international schools increasingly prioritize safety, Michael’s guidance offers administrators and school leaders a foundation to establish effective emergency preparedness and risk management programs. Listeners can look forward to an upcoming ISS EDUlearn® webinar, where Michael will delve deeper into global safety strategies for transportation and fleet management.

Timestamps

[01:38] Michael Johnson Introduces Clearpath EPM
[02:50] Description of MJ’s Workshop
[08:07] Assess for Threats, Hazards, Vulnerabilities, & Capabilities
[11:26] Bus Safety Plans
[14:28] Resources & Priorities;
[15:58] Prepare My School School Course
[17:28] Feedback & Ownership
[21:20] Human Resources
[23:05] AMA Spitfire Game Explained
[24:05] Social Emotional Learning, Monitoring & Reporting
[28:40] Safeguarding Training for Non-Teaching Staff
[31:00] AMA Spitfire Game
[36:12] MJ’s Contact Details

Notable Quotes

“[...] Oftentimes they don't know what they don't know. And schools just don't even realize the exposure they have or what they're exposing these students to; putting them on buses that haven't been checked mechanically [...]”
”You know your board has to make it a priority. Your head of school has to make it a priority, and [...] schools should [make it a priority] but not all of them do. In fact, the majority of them don't.”
“ [...] you know I'm just not gonna buy into. We don't have the resources. I'm not gonna buy into that. You know. Then close the school. If you can't find resources to protect your students. Then you shouldn't be in the business of running a school.” [20:55]

Let’s Connect

Connect With Michael Johnson

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-l-johnson-43590622/

Email: mjohnson@clearpathepm.com

Website: https://clearpathepm.com/

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