School Resource Officers (SROs) play a crucial role in promoting safety and a positive learning environment in schools. They contribute to the safe-schools team in several ways:
- Ensuring Campus Safety: SROs help maintain a safe and secure campus by actively patrolling the school grounds, monitoring for potential threats, and responding to any incidents promptly. Their presence can act as a deterrent to unlawful activities.
- Educating Students about Law-Related Topics: SROs often engage with students through classroom presentations, workshops, and discussions on law-related topics. This educational aspect helps students understand the importance of following laws and making informed decisions.
- Mentoring and Advising: SROs serve as informal mentors and advisers to students. They build positive relationships and provide guidance to help students make better choices, resolve conflicts, and navigate challenges they may face both inside and outside of school.
- Role Models: SROs can serve as role models for students, demonstrating the qualities of responsibility, integrity, and community engagement. Their presence fosters a sense of trust and respect between law enforcement and the school community.
Overall, SROs contribute to creating a safer, more informed, and supportive school environment that benefits both students and the broader school community.
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JC Bowman is the executive director of Professional Educators of Tennessee
JC Bowman 
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