Free educational events will unite parents, educators, and law enforcement to build safer schools and stronger communities.
Every child deserves to feel safe at school, and every parent deserves the peace of mind that comes with knowing their child's safety is a priority. With that mission at heart, Women for Gun Safety (WGS), the 501(c)(3) sister organization of Women for Gun Rights (WGR), will host four regional School Safety Summits in 2027, beginning February 15 in Hale, Missouri.
These free, day-long events will bring together parents, educators, school administrators, law enforcement, and community leaders to explore practical, proven approaches to school safety, emergency preparedness, and rapid response to active shooter threats.
Nationally recognized active shooter preparedness expert Ed Monk will headline all four summits. A retired U.S. Army lieutenant colonel, former high school teacher, and law enforcement officer, Monk brings a unique perspective shaped by decades of military, classroom, and public safety experience. Since 2007, he has studied active shooter incidents and trained schools and law enforcement agencies nationwide, emphasizing how preparation and immediate response can save lives.
Led by WGS Programs Coordinator Susan Myers, the summits will encourage collaboration between families, schools, and first responders. Sessions will cover emergency planning, law enforcement coordination, and the role of trained, authorized school personnel in protecting students.
"Every parent who drops a child off at school wants to trust that they'll come home safe," said Susan. "Living up to that trust takes a strong partnership between parents, school officials and law enforcement. These summits give all three a chance to sit down together, listen to each other and leave with practical steps they can take to protect the most precious treasure: our kids."
Attendees will also learn about existing school safety programs and opportunities to strengthen local preparedness. In states seeking to establish armed school personnel programs, WGS will collaborate with FASTER (Faculty/Administrator Safety Training & Emergency Response) to share training resources and guidance. Continuing education credit opportunities for law enforcement attendees will also be explored.
Additional summit dates, locations, and registration details will be announced soon. All summits are free to attend.
For more information, visit womenforgunsafety.org. Schools, organizations, and individuals interested in hosting or supporting a summit are encouraged to contact Susan Myers at programs@womenforgunsafety.org.
About Women for Gun Safety: Women for Gun Safety is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals and communities through safety education, preparedness, and practical programs that help protect lives.