We help make
schools safer.
ABOUT WSSCA
The Wisconsin School Safety Coordinators Association (WSSCA) was founded in 1968 as an association of professionals dedicated to improving security, safety and health in Wisconsin schools. WSSCA is a non-profit and non-government organization that includes administrators, supervisors, teachers, building and grounds personnel, health and nursing personnel, safety coordinators, security coordinators, school resource officers, school districts as well as private/public businesses.
We are managed by a board of directors, made up of an Executive Director, Assistant Executive Director, members and advisors.
We provide resources and training that empowers members to create safe and secure schools in Wisconsin and beyond.
ABOUT OUR LOGO
Highlighting the association’s focus of security and safety in schools, the WSSCA logo depicts a golden triangle—a well-known symbol used to grab attention for safety purposes—encased within a shield, which represents security. This combination creates a modern and eye-catching graphic that has a bold impact on any medium. The color scheme chosen makes the “safety yellow” a standout accent color against a modern take on a classic blue color family, which signifies trust and calm.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN DEVELOPMENT
Every Wisconsin School and School District must have an up-to-date Emergency Response Plan, and WSSCA can help develop and update plans that will meet all requirements of the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and the Department of Justice/Office of School Safety (DOJ/OSS).
FIRE, SAFETY, AND EMERGENCY DRILLS AND EVACUATION
Ensure that all required drills are effectively and optimally planned, held, and reported appropriately per regulations of DPI, DOJ, and the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS).
COLLABORATIVE EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANNING
WSSCA can assist with the development and implementation of Memoranda of Understanding between school districts and local law enforcement, fire, and emergency management as well as other public and private agencies that can assist during times of crisis.
CRISIS COMMUNICATION
The most critical element of any Emergency Operations Plan, Communication, requires deep understanding and adherence to concepts that are frequently changed as technology and knowledge develops and WSSCA can help.
PLAYGROUND MAINTENANCE AND SUPERVISION
Keeping students safe at school is WSSCA’s foundational focus, and through our partnerships with safety professionals, insurance providers, and facilities experts we help schools stay current and effective.
MORE WAYS WE CAN HELP YOU:
BUILDING SECURITY
SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY COLLABORATION
HEALTH SAFETY
PPE
FORKLIFTS, AERIAL LIFTS AND CRANES
HAZCOM
MACHINE GUARDING
LOCK/TAGOUT
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
CONFINED SPACE ENTRY
BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS EXPOSURE
ERGONOMICS
RECORDKEEPING
SAFETY COMMITTEE
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
ASBESTOS AND LEAD/RADON
PEST MANAGEMENT
HAZARDOUS WASTE
SAFE DRINKING WATER
INDOOR AIR QUALITY
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
CHAIN OF COMMAND SYSTEM
NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
MITIGATING SCHOOL THREATS AND VIOLENCE
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
OUR MISSION
To improve security, safety and health in Wisconsin’s schools. We are committed to making schools a safer place to learn, play, teach work and visit.
OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
The business of the association is conducted by a thirteen member Board of Directors and an executive director. This group is further guided by several technical advisors with professional backgrounds in a variety of school safety and security related fields.
Rick Fechter
WSSCA Board Member
School District of Menominee Falls
Term expires 2023
Pat Finnemore
WSSCA Board Member
Kenosha Unified School District
Term expires 2022
Robert Smith
WSSCA Board Member
Tomorrow River
School District
Term expires 2023
Jim Jozwiakowski
WSSCA Advisor
Environmental Management Consulting, Inc.
PAST PRESIDENTS
2020 - Jeremiah Johnson - Muskego - Norway School District
2019 - John Stangler - Pewaukee School District
2018 - Jim Jozwiakowski - Environmental Management Consulting, Inc. (EMC)
2017 - Brian Koffarnus - Greendale School District
2016 - Pat Meyer - East DePere School District
2015 - Robert Ellis - East Troy School District
2014 - Tom Helgestad - Wisconsin Rapids School District
2013 - Al Behnke - Green Bay School District
2012 - Carrie Hallquist - Chippewa Valley Technical College
2011 - Bill Freeman - Environmental Management Consulting, Inc. (EMC)
2010 - Gary Rosplach - Muskego - Norway School District
2008 & 2009 - Ken Baran - Howard Suamico School District
2007 - Mike Hinske - Big Foot Union High School
2006 - Jodi Traas - Community Insurance Corporation
2005 - Paul Buchholz - Beaver Dam Unified School District
2004 - Tom Wohlleber - Middleton - Cross - Plains Area School District
2003 - Chris Dupre - Edgerton School District
2002 - Doug Fisk - Baraboo School District
2001 - Erin Gauthier - Palmyra - Eagle School District
2000 - Joe Bellomo - Orfordville - Parkview School District
1999 - Kevin Kirschbaum - Dodgeville School District
1998 & 1997 - Marlin Phillips - Sparta School District
1996 & 1995 - Ted Hayes - Wausau Insurance
1994 - 1993 - Jim Watters - Jefferson School District
1992 & 1991 - Ken Hammond - Sun Prairie School District
1990 & 1989 - Dick Klawiter - UW Platteville WI
THE LATEST NEWS
You can count on WSSCA to deliver the latest and greatest resources and relevant safety information. What's at the top of everyone's mind today? What else: Covid-19 and its impact on schools and school-related activities.