August 23, 2022

The Importance of Reviewing Your Child Protection Policy

You may think of a policy manual as a dusty 3-ringer binder that hasn’t been opened since the day it was put on the bookshelf or in the file cabinet. Perhaps your organization thinks of policies and procedures as permanent or unchanging. Once the information is ...

August 16, 2022

15 Back to School Safety Tips for Families

For many families, back-to-school is not only a time of new beginnings but also a time of stress and anxiety over their children’s well-being and safety. You may receive family questions on how they can safeguard their children during the back-to-school craziness. Families are always ...

August 9, 2022

10 Child Safety Mistakes Families Notice

Families are becoming more informed about child safety and know what to look for when identifying gaps in protection. They may choose not to return if they feel that safety is compromised. You must have safety and security measures to grow your organization and reach ...

KidCheck Secure Children's Check-In Shares An Updated Best Practice 5 Benefits of a Children’s Check-In System

July 11, 2022

New Best Practice – 5 Benefits of a Children’s Check-In System

This week we are sharing an updated KidCheck best practice, 5 Benefits of a Children’s Check-In System. The best practice shares how secure children’s check-in is about much more than just attendance tracking. We cover five advantages of using a full-featured, scalable check-in solution that ...

June 8, 2022

5 Tips for a Safe & Successful Camp

Summer camp has many benefits for kids and youth. Personal growth, increased learning, development, and making memories that last a lifetime. As camp counselors, directors, and administrators begin to welcome kids back this summer; safety is always on the radar. Those working at a camp understand ...

May 17, 2022

Handling Toxic Team Members

As a leader in your organization, unfortunately at some point, you will likely come across a staff member or volunteer who lacks a desire to complete their assigned tasks and exhibits a negative or even toxic attitude. Organizations utilizing volunteers know attracting good quality people for ...

April 12, 2022

8 Ways to Get Involved with Abuse Prevention Month

According to childwelfare.gov, National Child Abuse Prevention Month (NCAPM) recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to strengthen families to prevent child abuse and neglect. During April, this prevention program centers on related activities to reduce risk factors and build up protective factors for ...

April 5, 2022

5 Steps for Easter Follow Up

Easter is almost here, and it’s a big deal. That’s why it’s important to have a strategy to welcome new first-time visitors and follow up with them. By following up, you will be able to answer any outstanding questions and help them feel connected and ...

February 8, 2022

Parent Safety Expectations – A Personal Perspective

There is no denying the weekly experience with children’s ministry has changed over the last 18-24 months. Some children’s ministries have experienced lower than expected attendance, fewer volunteers, reduced budgets, and less overall interest from new families. However, organizations are working hard to get to ...

January 26, 2022

Seven Steps to Start an Annual Safety Survey

Do you know what your families want, need, and expect regarding child safety and protection? Do attending families give you feedback or offer suggestions? Have you ever considered asking the kids directly about how safe they feel in your organization? A survey is an excellent ...