Safety First: Keeping It Together in Independent Schools
By Susan Kimmel, Director of the Purchasing Consortium
Ah, the halls of independent schools—where the future leaders of tomorrow are molded, and the phrase "safety first" takes on an almost legendary status. I know you’ve seen it before, the fearless head of school donning a bright orange safety vest, whistle at the ready, and clipboard in hand, as if preparing for an Olympic sport rather than a fire drill. The students are a mix of eye-rolls and excitement—finally, a break from calculus! And, nothing says "high stakes" quite like ensuring the art room's glue sticks are non-toxic and the playground's swings are at the optimal height for fun without launching a child into orbit.
In all seriousness, safety is a big job for independent schools, and these MISBO Consortium Partners are here to help make your job a little bit easier! From top-notch security systems to comprehensive training programs, these partners provide the essential tools and expertise needed to create a secure and nurturing environment. They understand that while it's fun to joke about bubble-wrapping the students, the real goal is to ensure that every child can learn and grow in a space that prioritizes their well-being. So, whether it's upgrading fire safety equipment, implementing cutting-edge cybersecurity measures, or offering staff workshops on the latest in school safety protocols, the MISBO Consortium Partners have got you covered. With their support, you can focus on what truly matters—educating and inspiring the next generation—knowing that the safety of your school is in expert hands.
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Joffe Emergency Services: Joffe provides security, safety, and medical support services to empower schools to confidently prevent and manage emergencies and safeguard lives.
NGS Films and Graphics: NGS is the nation’s leading energy, security, and branding retrofit company for retail, commercial & government buildings.
Synergy Security Services: Synergy Security Services is among the most trusted and professional firms providing armed and unarmed security teams. Their plans are customized to accommodate the needs of your organization.
Thor Guard: Thor Guard offers integrated lightning prediction and warning systems.
ThreatAdvice: ThreatAdvice partners with schools to protect themselves against cyberattacks which can lead to the exposure of private information and financial loss. These defensive strategies are implemented through powerful software tools, around the clock monitoring by certified security experts, and unmatched technology support.
Visitu: Visitu, a leader in school safety and security, helps schools and districts throughout the country secure their campuses and keep staff and students safe through innovative visitor management, student monitoring and tracking and critical emergency management solutions.
Ruvna: Ruvna is a comprehensive communication platform built specifically for schools. Whether it is sending daily health screenings, ensuring every student is safe during an emergency, or notifying parents across multiple channels - hundreds of independent schools around the country rely on Ruvna to get their message delivered.
ConciergePad: ConciergePad is a safety platform that was designed to safeguard your loved ones. This is accomplished through real-time tools that monitor visitors as they enter your facility, student behavior while they are on-site and student dismissal whether it is an early release, aftercare pickup, or the normal car-line process.
AED Brands: AED Brands provides life-saving products with superior service and support to customers. Implementing and managing a life-saving program shouldn’t be a burden to your resources. Since 2002, AED Brands strive to make sure your AED program is both compliant and effective.
DocNetwork: Enhance care, save time, and foster a healthier school environment with Electronic Health Records from SchoolDoc. Staff and parents will appreciate how easy it is to manage critical student health information ranging from medical history and immunization records to medication requirements and injury/illness tracking, all in one secure platform.
Two Way Radio Gear: Two Way Radio Gear is your go-to resource for two way radios and accessories. Their staff has over 20 years experience in the radio industry in sales, service, and support. They specialize in working with their partners in the education field and are experts at managing school radio fleets. They offer special school programs to assist you with all of your radio needs.
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Susan Kimmel
Director of the Purchasing Consortium
susankimmel@misbo.com
404.920.8844
Susan curates the MISBO Purchasing Consortium by maintaining and enhancing current partner relationships and pursuing new partnerships based on the needs of our members. Susan educates on and informs members of the benefits of utilizing the MISBO Purchasing Consortium. She facilitates communications with partners concerning contracts and product offerings and assists in providing optimal partner exposure. Susan has a bachelor’s degree in business administration, an MBA with an emphasis in MIS, and a certificate in Social Media Marketing. In her spare time, Susan is a mom to 4 grown kids, Gigi to four, a personal growth junkie, crochet hobbyist, travel enthusiast, dog lover ... cat tolerator, DIY wanna-be, outdoorsy-ish, and an occasional binge watcher.
MISBO is here to help you find great products and services at great prices! Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions, need help finding a partner to fill your needs, have recommendations, or just want to talk about purchasing!
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