The weeks leading up to the first day of school are a smart time to check for insurance gaps for schools before students, staff, and visitors return in full force. Addressing insurance gaps for schools now can help prevent coverage surprises after an incident and support smoother claims handling if something does occur. Even well-managed [...]
Summer is one of the best opportunities schools have to reduce campus security gaps. With fewer people on site and more flexibility to schedule vendors, campus surveillance and lighting can be inspected and improved to correct blind spots before back-to-school traffic increases.
Summer is a key season for school athletic fields and outdoor facilities. With fewer activities, it’s a great time for repairs and preventive maintenance—but it can also increase exposure to weather damage, irrigation problems, vandalism, and unauthorized use.
A strong school recovery plan for hurricane season helps schools restore operations quickly and reopen safely after a storm. For many schools, the biggest challenges begin once the weather clears: assessing damage, coordinating vendors, restoring technology, documenting impacts, and making informed reopening decisions. A clear, preassigned plan reduces confusion, supports faster recovery, and helps [...]
Phishing attacks targeting schools have changed. They’re no longer limited to poorly written emails asking someone to “click here.” Today’s phishing messages are often well-designed, personalized, and delivered through multiple channels—email, text messages, phone calls, and QR codes posted on campus.
A new bill was recently introduced and ultimately passed in the State of Utah. HB 508 was signed by the Governor on March 26, 2026, and could have lasting impacts on the Utah construction market.
Many Texas public school districts hire high school students for summer roles—supporting summer programs, clerical and departmental work, campus organization projects, childcare support, and limited food service assistance. These positions can benefit both students and districts, but they also introduce unique compliance, safety, and supervision considerations because the workers are minors in a school environment.
School safety remains a top priority for districts, educators, and families. Many districts include School Resource Officers (SROs)—sworn law enforcement officers assigned to school campuses—as part of their safety strategy. When implemented well, SRO programs can improve coordination with law enforcement, strengthen emergency preparedness, and support prevention efforts. To reduce legal risk and ensure appropriate boundaries, districts should clearly define the SRO’s role and follow strong risk-management practices.
Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming part of the modern classroom. New AI-powered tools can assist with lesson planning, personalize learning experiences, and help educators manage administrative tasks more efficiently. As these technologies become more accessible, schools are beginning to explore how AI can support both teaching and learning. However, the rapid adoption of AI [...]
In August 2025, a tractor-trailer owned by a third-party freight carrier was transporting thousands of pounds of frozen hot dogs when it overturned and struck another vehicle on Interstate 83 while traveling through York County, Pennsylvania, resulting in the meat products spilling across the highway. According to local authorities, the incident occurred on a weekday morning during rush-hour traffic as the tractor-trailer was nearing an exit ramp. In this moment, the driver of the truck reportedly lost control due to an undisclosed mechanical problem, causing it to tip over, hit a nearby passenger vehicle and tear open the boxes of tightly packed hot dogs in the process.
