David West, Ed.D.

Our Text-to-Protect program allows a way to confidentially report tips to PROTECT our students & schools. This number should be in the phones of all Madison City Schools students & parents: 256-604-2345. You can email us as well at texttoprotect@madisonal.gov.

Tomorrow Madison City Schools will begin a 3 week phase-in of classroom start ups at district wide campuses beginning with elementary schools. School zones will be operational & speed limits enforced in these areas. Give our kids & crossing guards a “brake”!

It's #HealthyandSafeSwimmingWeek! Sadly, drownings are a leading cause of death for children ages 1-14. Parents, you play a key role in preventing tragedy at the #pool - visit @CDCgov for safety guidelines: go.usa.gov/xvJDz. #HSSW2020

Reopening the economy hinges on school safety nbcnews.com/politics/meet-… via @nbcnews

We don't usually play these, but this looked fun!

Check out our upcoming online professional learning opportunities. Registration is required prior to all sessions. Enroll on PowerSchool by searching for the course title. All sessions are FREE for AEA members. #myAEA #elearning #professionallearning

You can protect the people you love from #covid19 by being #SaferAtHome, by practicing social distancing and good hygiene, and by following the guidance from health officials. When restrictions increase, it is more important to follow health guidance and protect those around you.

As the weather improves over the next few days & you are out & about--MPD reminds you to keep your distance of six feet from one another to help flatten the curve. Stay calm & separate & sanitize. We can do this together!!

With many schools closed due to #COVID19, the FBI reminds parents, caregivers, teachers, and children about the dangers of online sexual exploitation. Learn more at ow.ly/g76550yVwhy, and if you or someone you know is a victim, contact your local FBI field office.

Although no cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) have been confirmed in Alabama, we are being vigilant and proactive. Below you will find guidance for parents, guardians, and school systems. #AlabamaAchieves LEA Guide: alsde.edu/COVID19%20Upda… Parent Guide: alsde.edu/COVID19%20Upda…

As the time has changed many our our kids in the morning are on the sidewalks & at bus stops while it is still a little dark. In the evening our kids are in the streets with bikes, balls & chasing each other. Please watch the children at play and slow down in our neighborhoods!

Parents, how much do you know about the social media apps and online games your children are using? Check out these new resources by @natonlinesafety. Now you know! #onlinesafety nationalonlinesafety.com/guides

Please see the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's statement regarding the recent federal legislation raising the federal minimum age for the sale of tobacco products to 21 years old. #ALEA

A new survey suggests that amount of American teens who #vape is spreading at a historic rate. edweek.org/ew/articles/20…

Yes!!! Experts Worry Active Shooter Drills In Schools Could Be Traumatic For Students (Especially options-based school active shooter trainings like Run-Hide-Fight, ALICE training, and the other acronyms of the day) #stream/0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">kvcrnews.org/post/experts-w…

How Vaping Nicotine Can Affect A Teenage Brain n.pr/2p42WSA

Hey Jim, how about those Madison PD School Resource Officers? I am sure glad we have them in our Madison City Schools as a counselor, informal teacher & LEO. Absolutely Pete! They are the best. The serve the community by keeping Madison kids safe & protected while at school.

MCS administrators warn parents about the consequences of students being caught with vaping devices - themadisonrecord.com/2019/08/13/mcs…

Teen vaping and tobacco quitline launches in 9 states - CNN apple.news/AUeIvX3O1SVC5t…