Many school districts frequently use contractors because it is cost-efficient, allows them to offer more for their students, and because it reduces their liability and workers’ compensation exposure. If you hire a contractor for custodial, food service, transportation, maintenance or…
Have you thought about bringing a therapy dog to your school? Are you concerned about whether the legal liability you might experience outweighs the benefit of having a dog in your classroom? CM Regent has worked with many schools that…
As a school district, you devote countless hours to educating your students about how to hold their own in a world full of challenges. But how much time do you spend educating your staff—particularly about how they can keep themselves…
Unfortunately, school shootings are occurring at an alarming rate and the ability to quickly respond to an active shooter is an emphasis for all educational entities. To expedite response to intruder events, schools are forming school police departments comprised of…
Whether your job involves physical labor or many hours of sitting in front of a computer, eye damage is a very real concern. If you don’t take proper precautions, you could end up with either one eye that has become…
It’s important that both your students and staff take steps to recognize their sources of stress and try to decrease it as much as possible. More than ever, people across the U.S. are using animals to relieve stress. Today (Nov.…
Cybercriminals steal 3.8 million records every day as a result of data breaches. That’s 44 records every second—and many of those records could belong to your school district’s employees or your families. In fact, school districts are especially vulnerable to…
Have you ever needed to reach something, but didn’t feel like taking the time to find a ladder or stepstool? You might be tempted to use a makeshift device in lieu of a ladder. These kinds of devices are everywhere…
Planning a special event? Do a quick internet search for party checklists and up pops comprehensive checklists to ensure you don’t forget the ice, snacks or decorations. But, trying to determine if you have all your boxes checked for a…
Did you know there is an item at your school that has been the culprit in several recent devastating fires? Lithium-ion batteries can result in significant damage if you don’t charge or use them correctly. The following is a list…