#13 Tragedy at School - True Story: What We Got Wrong and What You Must Get Right

A tragedy no school ever expects — and the hard lessons we learned too late. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I share the real story behind a crisis at Howard High School that changed everything. As the IT Director at the time, I thought we were ready. We weren't. And today, I'm revealing what we got wrong — and what you must get right before it's too late. In this episode: Why the best technology isn't enough without real-world training How social media misinformation made everything worse Critical actions to take before an emergency strikes How to prepare your leadership, IT, and PR teams for a true crisis If you're a school leader, IT director, or anyone responsible for student safety, these lessons could save lives — and careers. Don't wait for tragedy. Prepare today. 🔔 Subscribe for leadership insights, public sector technology strategies, and real-world crisis management lessons. 📢 Share this episode with a colleague — the conversation could make all the difference. #SchoolSafety #CrisisManagement #LeadershipUnderPressure #ThrivingInAmbiguity #EmergencyPreparedness #PublicSectorLeadership