Public Announcements

2026 Safe School Summit

Apr. 23, 2026

Principals and Assistant Principals
On behalf of the Louisiana Center for Safe Schools, we are excited to invite you to attend the 2026 Louisiana K-12 School Safety Summit, taking place July 7–8, 2026 at the Lake Charles Event Center.
This statewide summit brings together school administrators, educators, school safety teams, law enforcement, and community partners to share best practices, strengthen partnerships, and enhance school safety across Louisiana. In past years, the summit has welcomed nearly 1,000 participants, making it a premier opportunity for collaboration and professional development.
Why Attend?
The summit will feature a strong lineup of speakers and sessions focused on:
  • School safety laws and compliance
  • Behavioral threat assessment and mental health
  • Emergency response planning and ICS integration
  • Digital threats and prevention strategies
  • Real-world lessons learned and best practices
Event Details:
  • 📅 Dates: July 7–8, 2026
  • 📍 Location: Lake Charles Event Center
  • 💲 Cost: FREE (includes breakfast and lunch both days)
  • 🏨 Note: Attendees are responsible for travel and lodging; a discounted hotel room block is available
We strongly encourage you to attend and to share this opportunity with your assistant principals, safety teams, counselors, School Resource Officers, and other key staff. The value of this summit extends across your entire school community.
👉 Register Here:
Please find the event poster attached for additional details. We would greatly appreciate you sharing it within your school and district.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
We hope to see you in Lake Charles this July!