FEBRUARY 17, 2027
In-Person | Vancouver, BC
Pre-Conference Schedule & Workshops
Designed for school safety personnel, law enforcement, and administrators seeking hands-on, full-day specialized training with advanced tools and actionable insights before the main Symposium.
Two Specialized Paths to Hands-On Learning
Kick off your symposium experience with our intensive, small-group pre-conference trainings, designed to give you practical skills and real-world strategies you can immediately apply. With two specialized tracks tailored for every professional, featuring the I Love U Guys Foundation’s Train the Trainer for School Safety, and comprehensive training in Threat Assessment & Gang Prevention, these full-day sessions provide deep-dive learning, case-based exercises, and dedicated Q&A before the main symposium.
Every attendee receives exclusive training resources and a certificate of completion, equipping you with the actionable knowledge and confidence needed for the main symposium and beyond.
Early bird pricing is valid until December 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
Combine early bird rates with our “Buy 5, get the 6th free” group offer!
School Safety Track
Train the Trainer: Emergency SRP/SRM
Led by the “I Love U Guys” Foundation, the in-person SRP/SRM Full-Day Train the Trainer pre-conference covers the history, concepts, and functionality of the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) and the Standard Reunification Method (SRM), how to begin using them, and includes a brief segment on how Incident Command relates to crisis management for educators.
Threat Assessment & Gang Prevention Track
Critical Incident Response and Management of a Mass Tragedy: Digital Implications in Today's Threat Assessment World
Featuring leaders in threat assessment and gang prevention, this pre-conference track ensures you are well-equipped with the latest insights and best practices in intervention, prevention, and threat assessment. The track includes four dedicated sessions led by Safer Schools Together and STR8UP, an organization that empowers individuals within the criminal justice system to build healthy, responsible lives.
Note: Pre-conference registrations cannot be purchased separately. Registration must include both the pre-conference and the main symposium.
To ensure a comprehensive and engaging experience, attendees are asked to remain within their selected track throughout the day. Switching between tracks is not permitted.
School Safety Track
Train the Trainer: Emergency SRP/SRM
Overview
Led by the “I Love U Guys” Foundation, the SRP/SRM Full-Day Train the Trainer Workshop introduces the concepts and history of the Standard Response Protocol and the Standard Reunification Method, and how to educate students and staff on the programs and strategies to implement the programs.
The SRP was introduced in 2009 and is a proven enhancement to school safety planning used by thousands of schools in the US and Canada. Later, in 2012, the SRM was introduced to fill a critical void in school safety planning: how to reunite students with their parents after a crisis.
Through discussion and real-world examples, you will discover how the SRP functions as an all-hazards, institutional response and learn how to apply the SRP in both daily operations and emergency situations. Learn about the roles and responsibilities involved in reunification and how the SRM provides school and district safety teams with proven methods for planning, practicing, and achieving a successful reunification. This pre-conference also includes a segment on Incident Command, highlighting its role in crisis management and coordination.
By the end of this pre-conference, you will have the tools to confidently implement the SRP and SRM, enhancing your school/district’s emergency response and reunification plans.
Unit 1 - Introductions & Foundation History
Participants will receive an overview and schedule of the SRP/SRM Seminar. Participants will complete administrative requirements, including registration and training rosters, and conduct introductions.
At the conclusion of this unit, participants will be able to:
- State the goal and summarize objectives for the course,
- Describe the course schedule and complete administrative requirements,
- Describe how participant performance is evaluated, and
- Understand relational coordination theory and the importance of knowing who is in the room and what their role is.
Unit 2 - SRP Classroom Training
Participants will receive the Classroom Training Presentation of the Standard Response Protocol.
At the conclusion of this unit, participants will be able to:
- State a brief history of SRP,
- Conduct classroom training, and
- Field relevant questions regarding the SRP.
Unit 3 - SRP Resources, Drills and Messaging
Participants will receive an overview of the Standard Response Protocol and will gain an understanding of how and why the SRP should be used as an all-hazards school safety enhancement.
At the conclusion of this unit, participants will be able to:
- State a brief history of SRP,
- Understand the reasoning behind the program,
- Recognize how it can be used in managing daily operational school-based events, and
- Recognize the need for standard practices
Unit 4 - Introduction to Incident Command System
Participants will receive a top-level, general understanding of the Incident Command System. While it is based on the online training IS-100ScA available from FEMA, this module is a refreshing look at the basics.
At the conclusion of this unit, participants will be able to:
- State a brief history of NIMS
- Understand basic Incident Command Structure, and
- Recognize how it can be used in managing school-based events.
Unit 5 - Introduction to Standard Reunification Method
Participants will receive an overview of the Standard Reunification Method, explore case studies, and understand roles and expectations.
At the conclusion of this unit, participants will be able to:
- State a brief history of SRM,
- Understand the reasoning behind the program, and
- Understand how to plan and conduct a student/parent reunification.
Unit 6 - Reunification Exercise
During the three functional exercises, participants will practice the reunification process, including role assignment, set up, and mock reunification of “students” with their “parents or guardians.”
Participants will experience the reunification process as a part of the reunification team, a student, and a parent, and they will learn how to conduct successful reunifications and reunification exercises.
At the conclusion of this unit, participants will be able to:
- Establish the reunification process at the reunification site in accordance with the SRM,
- Appropriately reunite students and parents/guardians,
- Practice the capabilities of the school or district reunification team in coordination with local public safety and emergency response personnel, and
- Identify the roles needed to conduct various types of reunification.
Unit 7 - Resources, Administration, Evaluations
Participants will receive instructions on how to locate all SRP and SRM program materials and event updates on iloveuguys.org.
At the conclusion of this unit, participants will be able to:
- Locate SRP and SRM materials on iloveuguys.org,
- Implement the SRP and SRM in their organizations, and
- Provide feedback on the training
Threat Assessment & Gang Prevention Track
Critical Incident Response and Management of a Mass Tragedy: Digital Implications in Today's Threat Assessment World
Overview
Unlock practical tools for prevention, intervention, and management in this specialized Threat Assessment & Gang Prevention pre-conference track! Bringing together expertise from Dr. Melissa Reeves, Theresa Campbell, Jen Chambers, along with Rodney Nataucappo and Chantel Huel from STR8UP, these four sessions tackle key safety challenges through three core lenses: lived experiences of gang intervention and prevention, trauma-informed critical incident response and Digital Reunification™, and evidence-informed threat assessment protocols specifically tailored for neurodiverse youth.
From Despair to Hope: A Journey of Transformation and Healing
STR8 UP members Rodney Nataucappo and Chantel Huel share their personal journeys from despair to hope through STR8 UP’s model of healing and transformation.
Two journeys, two stories, and a powerful reminder that personal transformation is possible, and no one is beyond hope.
Rodney Nataucappo, Ex-Gang Member | Board Representative, STR8 UP
Chantel Huel, Ex-Gang Member | Member and Program Manager, STR8 UP
Navigating Complex Critical Incidents: A Trauma-Informed Framework Following Mass School Tragedy Events
Strengthen your Critical Incident Response and Management through a trauma-informed approach that promotes a unified and equitable response across your community.
Grounded in SST’s firsthand experience across North America, this specialized pre-conference is designed to assist your teams navigating complex critical incidents with intentional care and consistent practices, demonstrating the necessity to continue expanding their knowledge of trauma-informed response strategies.
Led by SST’s Founder Theresa Campbell and Jen Chambers, we will explore new best practices, including Locker and Digital Reunification™ in the aftermath of a tragic event, as well as the potential benefits, considerations, and complexities associated with establishing a memorial, the importance of community partnerships, intentional post-trauma connections, and much more. Equip your team with the tools and resources needed to promote unity, resilience, and trauma-informed care.
Theresa Campbell, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, SST
Jen Chambers, Senior Trauma & Behavioral Threat Assessment Management Advisor, SST
Beyond the Words: Effective Threat Assessment Interviews with Students who are Neurodivergent
Through a threat assessment lens, behaviours associated with neurodivergence can sometimes be misinterpreted as indicators of risk. This session considers vulnerabilities some students who are neurodivergent may encounter in online communities, including social isolation, difficulty recognizing deception or manipulation, literal interpretation of online content, and susceptibility to exploitation or recruitment by harmful individuals or groups. Participants will learn to evaluate behaviour within each student’s individual, developmental, cultural, social, and environmental context.
Dr. Melissa Reeves, Ph.D., NCSP, LPC
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