Teacher Who Tackled Campus Shooter To Be Honored Nationally

"David Benke to address over 400 school safety professionals in Orlando, Florida"
By: Curtis S. Lavarello
 
June 3, 2010 - PRLog -- Jefferson County (CO) Math Teacher David Benke, who courageously tackled an school shooter at Deer Creek Middle School last February will be honored on a national level at the National School Safety Conference being held in Orlando July 26-30, 2010.   Deer Creek Middle School located just blocks from Columbine High School in Jefferson County was the site of what could have been a major school campus shooting after a 32-year old male walked onto campus and opened fire on middle school students.  The shooters shot and wounded two students and was looking to continue his rampage when David Benke ran and tacked the armed gunman putting an end to a tragic event.  "This is the first case we are aware of where a teacher made a quick decision to tackle an active shooter and no doubt, Mr. Benke's actions that day saved so many young lives that day", stated Curt Lavarello, Executive Director for the School Safety Advocacy Council.  "This is a chance for all of the nation to say THANK YOU, to Mr. Benke on a national stage.  David Benke deserves this day and this honor", continued Lavarello.

Over 400 School Safety Professionals, School Resource Officers, School Administrators and Elected Leaders are expected to attend the weeklong event that will also recognize several other school districts, law enforcement agencies and individuals who positively impacted school safety in their areas of the country.  

The National School Safety Conference will be held the week of July 26-30, 2010 at the Hilton Bonnet Creek/Waldorf Astoria located adjacent to Walt Disney's EPCOT Center in Orlando, Florida.  Members of the media are invited to attend and should request press credentials through the SSAC.

For additional information call 941-232-4633 or go to www.SCHOOLSAFETY911.com.

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The School Safety Advocacy Council (SSAC) is the recognized leader in school safety consulting and training. SSAC is also the host of the annual National School Safety Conference held each summer.
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