Introduction to Safe and Sound Schools

In this episode Alex and Ivy discuss the critical work of Safe and Sound Schools, a nonprofit founded by Michelle Gay and Alyssa Parker, both mothers who lost their daughters in the Sandy Hook Elementary tragedy. Driven by personal loss, they created the organization to support school crisis prevention, response, and recovery, providing research-based resources to empower school communities. Safe and Sound Schools collaborates with experts in mental health, law enforcement, and education to develop tailored safety strategies without political affiliations. The organization does not fund schools directly but serves as a hub for knowledge, encouraging parents, educators, and local leaders to take proactive steps in school safety. Alex and Ivy close this episode by urging listeners to engage with their communities and explore available resources to foster safer learning environments.

https://safeandsoundschools.org/