Many students need to take medication throughout the school day for a variety of medical reasons. However, this practice can also pose a variety of risks—from the repercussions of incorrect or missed dosages to improper prescription medication storage. Use this checklist to ensure your process for administering medication considers and mitigates all risk factors.
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Recent legislation passed in 11 states requires suicide prevention training for faculty, staff, and students (in some states) for elementary and secondary students. United Educators recommends schools consider implementing such training, regardless of whether your state requires it. Use the suggestions in this Insights blog to shape or assess your training program.
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The Large Loss Report 2019 summarizes major damage awards and settlements of more than $250,000 that affected schools, colleges, and universities in 2018. The most frequent and costliest cases involved sexual abuse claims, many of which had multimillion-dollar settlements in the wake of the #MeToo movement. Educational institutions can use this report to assess their risk management practices and insurance coverage.
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United Educators (UE) reviewed and analyzed 223 claims related to student mental health—including attempted and completed suicides—received from January 2011 through December 2016. This report focuses on key data points and lessons from the claims. Review the claims study and its supplemental resources to learn how to respond to these challenges on your campus.
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