A former homicide detective and SWAT officer, Tom Czyz brings extensive experience from the world of active shootings, including independent investigations at over sixty school shootings since 2012. In this presentation, he shares the unvarnished truth about how schools and law enforcement can protect children and staff. Using over ten different K-12 school shootings as a primary case study, Tom provides direct and detailed insights about the vulnerabilities schools need to consider, including recognizing bad policies, implementing proven training, and bolstering physical security.

In a world that feels out of control, Staying One Step Ahead shines a light on what schools and law enforcement can control to protect students by taking the right actions. Don’t count on the media or politicians to make the changes we need. You can start taking those actions now―to save lives and end the story of the active shooter.