WEST VIRGINIA SCHOOL SAFETY
CONFERENCE
Charleston, WV
October 27, 2022
In-Person Conference – Charleston Marriot Town Center
Welcome to the 2022 West Virginia School Safety Conference. During this one-day conference, we will look at school violence across the United States and what we have learned. Leading experts from Columbine High School, Sycamore Middle School and Hillsborough County Public Schools will share their stories and how they have created safer school environments. This event is for all school administrators, law enforcement executives, school security directors, emergency managers, school safety officers, school resource officers, probation officers, school crisis team members, educators, community leaders, industry solution providers and mental health professionals.
Registration is now closed, we look forward to seeing you!
Hotel Information
You will find the information for your online reservation at the link below. If you have questions or need help with the link, please do not hesitate to ask.
Event Summary:
WV School Safety Conference
Start Date: Wednesday, October 26, 2022
End Date: Thursday, October 27, 2022
Last Day to Book: Thursday, October 6, 2022
Charleston Marriott Town Center for $139 USD per night
Presenters
Exhibitors
Vendor Information
We are no longer accepting new vendors due to reaching full vendor capacity. Thank you for your support!
Conference Agenda
Thursday – October 27, 2022
7:30 a.m.
Registration
Salon A, 2nd Floor
8:00 – 8:30 a.m.
Breakfast Sponsored by Rank One Computing
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
8:30 a.m.
David Roach, West Virginia State Superintendent of Schools Introduces Frank DeAngelis
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Frank DeAngelis Presents
“Leadership Lessons from Columbine and Beyond”
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
10:00 – 10:15 a.m.
Q & A with Frank DeAngelis
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
10:15 – 10:30 a.m.
Vendors/Break
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
10:30 a.m.
Kanawha County Superintendent Tom Williams Introduces Molly Hudgens
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Molly Hudgens Presents
“Saving Sycamore – The School Shooting That Never Happened”
Crystal Ballroom, 2nd Floor
11:30 a.m.
Wayne County Superintendent Todd Alexander Introduces Parkhill Mays, CEO of Stop-It Solutions
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Lunch Provided by Stop-It Solutions
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
12:30 p.m.
Cabell County Superintendent Ryan Saxe Introduces Chief John Newman, Hillsborough County Security Chief and Florida Safety
School Specialist, Sponsored by Centegix
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Chief John Newman Presents
“Debrief of the Parkland Shooting and the Legislative Mandates –
4 Years Later”
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
1:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Q & A with Chief John Newman
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
1:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Afternoon Break
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
2:00 p.m.
Putnam County Superintendent John Hudson Introduces Rob Cunningham
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Rob Cunningham Presents
“WV School Safety Update.”
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
2:45 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Panel Discussion Concering WV School Safety
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
3:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Closing Provided by Jan Hanlon, MESC Executive Director
Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
FAQ
When will the School Safety Conference take place? And where is it located?
The School Safety Conference will take place on Thursday, October 27 th at the Charleston Marriott Town Center, 200 Lee Street East, Charleston, WV 25301.
How do I register?
For more information about registration, visit our registration page here
What is the registration fee? How do I pay?
Registration is $350 for person, and the fee includes a full day of speakers and meals are provided. Click here to be redirected to the payment page. You can pay via credit card or through a purchase order.
What is the cancellation policy for the conference?
Registration fees are non-refundable. If you are registered for the conference and then find that you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to a colleague.
Are sponsorship opportunities available?
Yes, sponsorship opportunities are available, please click for more information here.
Are CEU hours available?
Yes, CEU hours for law enforcement members and school counselors will be provided.
Who are our partners?
West Virginia Department of Education and WV Homeland Security.
What happens if Covid causes the conference to be cancelled?
Participants will be notified and the conference will be rescheduled to a later date.
Media inquiries?
Please contact Chris Williams, Communications Director for media inquiries. Christopher.williams@wvesc.org, 304.553.5591
I don't see my question - who should I contact?
Please contact LeFlore Lucas, Marketing Coordinator for more information, katherine.lucas@wvesc.org, 304.766.0011, ext. 34
Additional Questions?
Please contact LeFlore Lucas, Marketing Coordinator for more information, katherine.lucas@wvesc.org, 304.766.0011, ext. 34
HAVE A QUESTION? CONTACT US
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Phone: 304-766-0011
Fax: 304-766-0022
501 22nd Street
Dunbar, WV 25064