The Reunification Library
Articles, guides, and Just Chatting episodes covering every aspect of school reunification — built to be bookmarked, shared, and put to use.
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The Staging Manager — Setting Up the Reunification Site and Supporting the Operation
Read more: The Staging Manager — Setting Up the Reunification Site and Supporting the OperationBefore parents arrive at a reunification, somebody has to set up the site. Once the operation starts running, somebody has to absorb the unpredictable tasks the Director cannot stop to handle. That somebody is the Staging Manager. What Is a Staging Manager? The Staging Manager is the role responsible for two phases of the reunification…
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What is School Reunification?
Read more: What is School Reunification?Most definitions get it wrong. Reunification isn’t about getting students back to their parents, it’s about getting students back where they belong. That distinction matters more than most people realize. Ask most school administrators what school reunification means and they will tell you it means getting students back to their parents. That answer is understandable,…
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Just Chatting Episode 4 – Types of Reunification
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Walking Towards Proficiency: Practicing School Reunification
Read more: Walking Towards Proficiency: Practicing School ReunificationOn the journey of school preparedness, laying a strong foundation is just the beginning. Our previous article, “Crawling Towards Competence,” explored the essential “Crawl Phase” of the Reunification Foundation’s methodology, where schools establish comprehensive plans, initially train their teams, and gather supplies. Much like a child first learning to sit and then to move, the…
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Crawling Towards Competence: Foundational Training for School Reunification
Read more: Crawling Towards Competence: Foundational Training for School ReunificationThe Crawl Phase is the initial step in the Reunification Foundation’s training methodology. During this phase, schools establish a foundation for their reunification capabilities by concentrating on vital elements such as planning, team training, and resource acquisition. A key objective of the Crawl Phase is to develop a comprehensive reunification plan. This involves bringing together…
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Just Chatting Episode 3 – Define Your Terms
Read more: Just Chatting Episode 3 – Define Your TermsWatch our latest episode of “Just Chatting With Dr. Dan,” where he discusses the importance of defining your terms.
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The Cyclical Approach to Reunification Readiness: Enhancing “Crawl, Walk, Run” with the “Refresh” Phase
Read more: The Cyclical Approach to Reunification Readiness: Enhancing “Crawl, Walk, Run” with the “Refresh” PhaseEffective school safety relies on robust and adaptable reunification plans. To achieve this, the Reunification Foundation has developed a dynamic training methodology that builds on the traditional “Crawl, Walk, Run” model. This enhanced approach, known as “Crawl, Walk, Run, Refresh,” transforms the linear progression of skill development into a continuous cycle of improvement, ensuring sustained…
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Just Chatting Episode #2 – Priorities
Read more: Just Chatting Episode #2 – PrioritiesSchool reunification events present complex challenges that demand careful coordination between various responding agencies. While the primary goal is always the safety and well-being of students and staff, conflicts can arise between groups due to differing priorities. As school safety teams develop reunification plans, it is critical to acknowledge these potential conflicts and develop strategies…
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Reunification – Why Now?
Read more: Reunification – Why Now?The history of school safety is marked by a series of evolving concerns and responses, shaped by societal events and a growing understanding of the need to protect students and staff. While early school safety measures focused primarily on fire safety, the scope has significantly expanded to include many potential threats. In the early years…
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Introducing “Just Chatting” – With Dr. Dan – Episode 1
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Developing A Training Program
Read more: Developing A Training ProgramDeveloping a training program that prepares you and your team to respond when something occurs is vital to ensure your organization is ready for unexpected events. To effectively prepare for an event, there is a process you can follow that will help you come up with a plan. Program Evolution A complete training program will…