Staff Writer
June 24, 2025
SAN ANTONIO, TX — This week, professionals from across Texas gathered at the 2025 Texas School Safety Conference to share strategies and strengthen partnerships in the ongoing mission to protect students and schools.
Among the attendees were several familiar faces from DeWitt County, including SRO Mendoza, SRO Leal, Ruby Rodriguez, Courtney Kalinowski, Leslie Voelkel, and Billy Jordan of the DeWitt County Office of Emergency Management. These individuals—representing local schools, city departments, and county services—joined forces in San Antonio to engage in workshops and sessions focused on behavioral threat assessment, emergency preparedness, and mental health support in schools.
Held at the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter from June 22–26, the conference is hosted by the Texas School Safety Center and themed “Developing School Safety Leaders.” It offers a platform for educators, first responders, and safety professionals to exchange ideas and return home with actionable tools to enhance safety in their communities.
For more details about the event, visit the Texas School Safety Center’s official site.