Morgan Ballis

One of the challenges for kindergarten to 12th grade (K–12) schools and their law enforcement partners is confusion regarding emergency management terms and procedures. Terms like shelter in place, secure […] Read More

With schools across the United States back in session, student safety is the top priority for both educators and parents. The murder of 19 students and two teachers at Robb […] Read More

What is the difference between cover and concealment? For most, the answer is simple. Cover will stop a projectile, provide protection and hide your position. On the other hand, concealment […] Read More

I began writing this article the day before the tragedy at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. The specific topic and submission date were established months ago. However, as the […] Read More

Law enforcement officers play a key role in supporting kindergarten to 12th grade (K–12) schools in preparing for a critical violent incident on campus. The role of officers may vary […] Read More

As I began to transition out of the Marine Corps in 2015, I started a firearms training company, Defensive Tactics and Firearms, as a side hustle. Like many new instructors, […] Read More