The Role of School Resource Officers in Schools Webinar
A panel of subject matter experts discussed the interrelated responsibilities between law enforcement agencies and school administrators to ensure appropriate placement of school resource officers (SROs). Overarching topics include: the importance of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) between schools and police departments to establish roles and responsibilities; SRO selection and training and the impact on the quality of student interactions; and the role of SROs in reducing school pathways into the juvenile justice system. Panelists include: Mark Bedell, Superintendent, Kansas City Public Schools; Mo Canady, Executive Director, National Association of School Resource Officers; and Moses Robinson, School Resource Officer, Rochester City (NY) School District. Click here to view.