GASROE Executive Seminar
January 14th-16th, 2026
The Columbus Georgia Convention and Trade Center
located at 801 Front Ave., Columbus, Ga 31901
Join us for the GASROE Executive Seminar, a focused gathering for Georgia’s top school safety leadership, collaboration, and strategic planning.
This day-and-a-half series of sessions will feature leadership perspectives on today’s school safety challenges, including safety protocol development to support HB 268. Attendees will hear from peer leaders on innovative strategies to enhance school safety and from our School Safety Title and Platinum Sponsors who support all things school safety across Georgia.
This Executive Seminar is designed for:
School Safety Decision Makers — School Principals, School Safety Coordinators, School Safety Directors, Assistant Superintendents, Superintendents, Police Chiefs, Sheriffs, Law Enforcement Supervisors, and Law Enforcement Executive Staff Members.
Sign up ASAP, space is limited and reserve your room today on the booking link below!
Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:
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Columbus Marriott for $179.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book : Monday, December 15, 2025
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Breakfast is included.
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Onsite parking is included.
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DISCLAIMER: The group’s concierge rooms do not include MClub access. MClub access is reserved for Marriott Bonvoy members ranked Platinum or above or to purchasing guests. Guests may add MClub access for $50.00 per night if desired.
Check-in & Meet and Greet
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Wednesday, January 14th
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Early Registration from 4pm to 5pm
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Located at host hotel, Columbus Marriott Hotel
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Vendor Setup 12pm to 4pm
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Seminar Welcome Event from 5pm to 7pm
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General Session Overview
Schedule Overview
Day 1 - Thurs. Jan. 15th
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Registration at 8am
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Located at convention center
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Opening Ceremonies at 9am
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General Session
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Lunch (Provided)
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General Session
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Networking Event 6pm to 8pm
Day 2 - Fri. Jan. 16th
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General Session begins at 9am
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Closing and Depart at 12pm
Executive Leadership Perspectives — Seminar Topics
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GASROE Safer Assessment Model
Understanding and applying the GASROE Safer Model for effective threat assessment, aligned with Georgia-specific protocols and BTAM best practices.
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GASROE Shield of Safety
Strengthening school safety through prevention, protection, mitigation, response, and recovery — a layered approach to comprehensive school security.
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Responding to Threats on Campus
A real-world debrief and analysis of a recent school-based incident, examining lessons learned and best practices for coordinated response.
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GASROE Crisis Assessment for School Incidents
Frameworks and tools for evaluating on-campus crises, ensuring consistent procedures and effective communication with leadership and law enforcement.
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Legal Updates for School-Based Policing
Key legal considerations and recent updates affecting school-based officers, SRO programs, and district-level decision making.
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GSSA & GASROE Panel Discussion
Collaborative dialogue between state-level education and safety leaders focused on uniting mission, strategy, and leadership across Georgia districts.-
HB 268: Overcoming the Challenges
Strategies for implementing and sustaining compliance with Georgia House Bill 268 — from threat assessment protocols to documentation and training.
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More Topics Coming This Fall
Additional sessions will be announced, with the final seminar schedule available December 15, 2025.
Seminar Resources & Credits
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Instructions for Seminar Links and Templates
Access downloadable materials, session handouts, and district templates to support the implementation of training content. -
Executive Credit Sign-In (GACP)
Participants will sign in to receive Executive Leadership Credits (GACP) and Law Enforcement GA POST Credit for eligible sessions.
GASROE Executive Seminar School Safety Supporting Partners and Sponsors
2025-2026 GASROE Title Sponsor
2025-2026 GASROE Platinum Sponsors
