Dominic Syracuse

Behavioral Specialist, Actor, and Comedian

Communicating with Confidence & Connection

In this high-energy opening Keynote - actor, standup comedian, and behavioral specialist Dominic Syracuse blends performance art techniques with neuroscience to teach emotionally intelligent communication in a way that is as entertaining as it is educational

Christian Moore

Founder of WhyTry Inc., Author, Licensed Social Worker

Practical Strategies for Building Resilience in Every Student

An inspiring keynote on practical strategies to build resilience in every student. Discover tools that help educators and resource officers create safer, more connected schools where every student can thrive.

Troubled Students: Stories of Challenge & Growth

Former troubled students answer audience questions and share their experiences, offering insight into their school challenges, what shaped their behavior, and what ultimately helped them change direction.

Kirk Carpenter

School Safety Consultant, Carpenter Consulting, LLC

Crisis Communication

Leadership matters and it matters most during a time of crisis. Every decision we make is crucial and must not add to the chaos or trauma. In times of crisis, our students and staff need us more than ever, so we must perform at our highest level.

Nick Garcia

Special Agent, FBI

Sextortion & Social Media

This session explores trends in sextortion, crimes against minors, and online hate incidents targeting youth. Understand how harmful online behaviors develop, their impact on students, and when intervention from law enforcement is necessary.

Adam Figueroa

Detective, Sacramento Police Department

Human Trafficking

This session offers a comprehensive overview of human trafficking, including warning signs observed in schools, recruitment tactics employed on youth, and methods educators can use to respond safely and effectively. Discover practical steps to identify, support, and protect vulnerable students.

Adrian Gonzalez

Officer, California Highway Patrol

Drug Impairment: Symptoms, Identification, and Recognition

Officer Gonzalez will present a breakout session on DUI awareness, covering how to recognize impairment, understand common signs and symptoms, and gain insight into basic drug recognition skills.

Dominic Syracuse

Behavioral Specialist, Actor, and Comedian

De-escalation Tactics: D.U.C.K. & COVER

In this interactive workshop, Dominic Syracuse offers evidence-based behavioral intervention, cultivated through years of work inside maximum security prisons, to de-escalate high-intensity situations in a way that protects mental and physical wellbeing.

Tulare County Sheriff's Office

Presenter TBA

Gang Task Force

Tulare County Sheriff's Office Gang Task Force explores California gangs and how they exploit the prison system, using youth to carry out criminal activity on the streets.

Jessica Weatherly

Chief Deputy District Attorney, Tulare County District Attorney’s Office

Justice and Education Working Together for Victim Support

This session explores how the justice system and educational institutions work together to support victims involved in juvenile cases. Learn how schools can partner with the District Attorney’s Office to protect victims’ rights, provide trauma-informed support, and connect students and families to essential services throughout the justice process.

Tulare County Probation Department

Presenter TBA

Juvenile Justice Experience: From Entry to Reintegration

This session offers insight into the experiences of juveniles as they enter the justice system, undergo supervision or placement, and return to school and community life. Discover how coordinated support, accountability, and reintegration planning help reduce repeat offenses and improve long-term safety for students and communities.

Sandy Hook Promise

Presenter TBA

Trusted Adult

The Trusted Adult Workshop is tailored to adult champions seeking to enhance their impact as trusted adults. Through engaging discussions and practical insights, participants will identify key behaviors that exemplify a trusted adult when addressing warning signs or threats from youth.

Bobby Radar

Chief of Police, Porterville Police Department

Coordinating in a Crisis: Tabletop Activity

Engage in a tabletop exercise simulating a crisis scenario, exploring coordinated responses, decision-making, and strategies to effectively manage emergencies.

Franklin Martin

Trauma Program Manager, Kaweah Health

Stop the Bleed

Stop the Bleed is a national campaign that teaches people how to control severe bleeding from accidents or injuries using direct pressure, wound packing, and tourniquets — empowering anyone to save lives before professional help arrives.

Christian Moore

WhyTry Founder

Practical Strategies for Building Resilience in Every Student

Take a deeper dive into the hands-on tools and activities that help students build resilience. Learn practical strategies you can apply immediately to strengthen motivation, connection, and emotional safety in your school.

John Vining

Mental Health Crisis Manager, Tulare County Office of Education

Student Threat Assessment

Explore the essentials of Level 1 and Level 2 threat assessment using the Salem-Kaiser model. This condensed session highlights key processes, guiding questions, and team practices while providing a preview of the comprehensive training available to districts.

Marvin Lopez

Tulare County Office of Education

School Safety Grants

This session focuses on key school safety grants, including where to find them and how to apply. Learn practical strategies for writing effective proposals and enhancing your district’s chances of securing vital funding.

Tulare County Office of Education

CPPR: Crisis Prevention, Preparation, and Response

Explore how the CPPR Advisory brings together law enforcement, fire, EMS, mental health, and hospitals for a unified school-crisis response. Learn its structure, best practices, and strategies for sustaining effective multi-agency collaboration.