Mykel Bridget has worked in the field of education for nearly 17 years. Born and raised in upstate New York, she graduated from the State University of New York, University at Albany with degrees in Biology and Psychology before pursuing a career

Dr. Robert Lopez is the new Director of Graduate Programs in Education.  Robert has enjoyed a career in education with a variety of positions as a teacher, coach, athletic director, assistant principal, building principal, and recently as a district administrator overseeing crisis,

Bill has over 44 years of experience in education including work as a teacher, coach, school psychologist, crisis coordinator and district administrator. He has extensive knowledge with all levels of education from preschool through grade 12. Bill is presently an employee of

Brian Katz most recently served as the Chief Safety and Security Officer for the Broward County Public School District, the nation’s 6th largest school district. Mr. Katz has provided security consulting and support for Fortune 500 companies and other unique clients. Mr.

Dr. Shane Conwell serves as Superintendent of DeKalb County Eastern Community School District in Butler, Indiana, a school district that has been recognized for its safety and security. Before assuming his current position he spent 15 years in a variety of roles

John Calvert graduated Washburn University (Topeka, KS) in 2006 with a degree in Criminal Justice. John was the School Resource Officer for Holton, Jackson Heights, and Royal Valley school districts. After a 12 year career in Law Enforcement, John accepted a position

Paul Cordova has a wide variety of law enforcement experience, to include: Detentions, Patrol, Dispatch, Accreditation, Training, Criminal and Administrative Investigations, Courtroom Security, Dignitary Protection, SWAT, Hostage Negotiations, Bomb Squad, Marine Operations, Aviation Operations, Camera Monitoring, Homeland Security and Emergency Management. While

Bobby Kipper is recognized as a national expert and best-selling author in the areas of school and community safety. He currently serves as the executive director of the National Center for Prevention of Community Violence. In addition, he is a school safety

Courtney is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate in the state of Colorado. Courtney earned her Masters of Arts in forensic psychology from the University of Denver and received her Bachelors of Science in psychology from Louisiana State University. Courtney has fulfilled clinical

Dr. Lawler received his doctoral degree from Colorado Technical University where he focused on Homeland Security and Counterterrorism. His doctoral research study specifically addressed methods for disruption and defeat of a terrorist attack or active shooter attack upon our nation’s schools, churches,