Top 10 Must-Haves: Active Shooter Preparation & Response Training

Safety in schools is a critical concern. In 2023 alone, there were 346 recorded shootings at schools across the country. This is the highest total number of incidents on record since 1966, with the U.S. averaging nearly one incident every day. 

Federal initiatives and state mandates have increased pressure on K12 administrators to define, deliver, and document effective active assailant training protocols, especially in response to public outcry over tragic critical incidents in schools. 

This guide provides specific criteria to help you navigate your options as you determine the best active shooter response training program for your school district.

3 Key Points:

• Implementing documented protocols that align with best practices
• Ensuring all parties know these protocols
• Preparing everyone in your school community with comprehensive training that can increase survivability