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School Safety

How to Conduct Effective Emergency Drills That Build Muscle Memory

Effective emergency drills reveal real gaps in protocols and infrastructure. Here’s how K-12 administrators can design drills that build genuine readiness. Most schools run drills...

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Punch Rescue is Growing: New Office, Bigger Team

We’re opening a Charlotte office! For now it’s a hub for sales, customer success, and partnership support. In the near future, this location will serve...

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Safety Technology

How LoRa Technology Enables Reliable School Emergency Communication

LoRa technology gives schools reliable emergency communication that works without Wi-Fi or cell service. Here’s how it works and why it matters for K-12 safety....

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Emergency Planning

Panic Button Compliance: Meeting Your State’s Alyssa’s Law Requirements

Alyssa’s Law requires panic buttons in schools across multiple states. Here’s what K-12 administrators need to know about compliance requirements and next steps. If your...

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Emergency Planning

Creating a Defensible Emergency Communication Plan: A Documentation Checklist

Build a defensible emergency communication plan for your school with this practical checklist. Cover the gaps auditors and administrators will likely look for. Having an...

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Safety Technology

Punch Rescue Is Now Available Through TIPS Cooperative Purchasing

Punch Rescue is now available through the TIPS cooperative purchasing contract, simplifying how K-12 schools procure emergency communication infrastructure. Procurement is one of the less...

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Safety Technology

Why Real-Time Visibility Matters in K-12 Emergency Systems

Real-time visibility in emergency systems helps staff monitor devices, track panic button alerts, and prove preparedness. See what’s needed in infrastructure. Most conversations about school...

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Safety Technology

Why Software-Only Panic Buttons Fail When You Need Them Most

Software-only panic buttons fail when Wi-Fi goes down, power is lost, or networks congest. Learn why hardware-integrated emergency systems perform reliably. Software-only panic buttons are...

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Safety Technology

What Network Independence Entails in K-12 Emergency Systems

Network independence means emergency systems work when Wi-Fi and cellular fail. Learn why it matters for school panic buttons and wearable emergency buttons. If you...

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Safety Technology, School Safety

Why Wearable Panic Buttons Outperform Smartphone Apps in School Emergencies

Wearable panic buttons outperform smartphone apps in school emergencies. Learn why dedicated hardware beats app-based systems when conditions are degraded....
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Safety Technology

Why Battery Backup Matters for School Safety Systems

Why battery backup matters for school panic buttons and emergency systems. Learn what happens when power fails and how to evaluate power resilience claims. When...

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School Safety

How West Virginia Is Helping Schools Fund Panic Buttons

West Virginia’s new Alyssa’s Law fund is making panic buttons achievable for schools. Here’s what the legislation covers, what it costs, and what comes next....