September 30, 2026

Offsite Events Safety Checklist

Field trips, day camps, and overnights can be tricky because they take kids and youth out of the familiar, controlled setting of the children’s area or your campus and into a potentially unfamiliar offsite location. This makes safety planning essential. Use this ten-point checklist as a ...

September 16, 2026

Strengthen Your Fall Outreach with KidCheck

Fall is a strategic time for outreach. As families settle into school routines, many are searching for safe, welcoming environments where their kids can connect and grow, making it the perfect time to plan events that attract new families. For your fall outreach to truly make ...

August 25, 2026

Include Children in Your Annual Family Survey

An annual family survey is an effective way to gather strategic information, identify shifts in expectations, and connect with families. Yet sometimes, in our quest to collect information, we overlook feedback from children and youth. Kids are an excellent source of feedback and safety information. What ...

August 18, 2026

Back-to-School Policy Review Checklist

Back-to-school is a great time to review policies and determine what still works and what needs improvement. Policies to review include health and wellness protocols, the child protection policy, classroom and facility safety, the emergency response plan, volunteer management, technology (including social media and smartphone ...

July 29, 2026

What Families Need to Know About Check-in

You know how your check-in system protects kids. It includes security tags, digital records, allergy alerts, and authorized pickup verification. The challenge? Many parents may not know. While families don’t need to understand the technical details of your check-in system, they absolutely do need to know ...

June 9, 2026

Responding to Abuse Disclosure

Abuse disclosure can occur at any time. That’s why it’s essential to know how to respond and what to report. Disclosure and mandatory reporting go hand in hand. Understanding both is imperative to protecting children. Disclosure is complex, and the first few moments are the most ...

June 2, 2026

Mandatory Reporting: Need to Know

If you work with children and youth, you’ve likely heard the term mandatory reporter. However, do you know exactly what it means, what triggers your duty to act, and what happens if you don’t? Understanding your obligations can be the difference between protecting a child ...

May 26, 2026

10 Summer Camp Safety Essentials

Summer camp is the stuff childhood dreams are made of: days spent exploring nature, building campfires, swimming, and creating unforgettable memories. For many, those moments are not forgotten. Behind every great camp experience is something even more important: a strong commitment to child safety and protection. As ...

May 4, 2026

Ten VBS Safety Tips

Vacation Bible School is a great opportunity to reach out to children and families in your community. By now, you may have explored a theme, secured the location, started recruiting and screening volunteers, and begun promoting your event. Here’s a friendly reminder to review your ...

April 7, 2026

Child Abuse Prevention Initiatives

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, emphasizing the importance of creating safe, stable, and nurturing environments for children through community support and prevention. Behind every prevention effort are families, caregivers, and communities working together to foster conditions where children can thrive. Child neglect and maltreatment ...