In classrooms across the world, a disturbing trend is unfolding. Teachers, the very individuals dedicated to shaping future generations, are increasingly under attack. Recent statistics paint a concerning picture of school violence. With educators facing physical and verbal assaults at an alarming rate. This issue is not only jeopardizing teacher safety. But also threatening the…
Whenever a school faces a terrifying situation of an armed intruder, the safety and security of students and staff become the top priority. Such emergencies need quick, well-coordinated responses to ensure everyone remains safe. Knowing exactly what to do in these panic situations can make all the difference. At Wihkum, we are dedicated to enhancing…
Sadly American style gun violence has come to haunt schools in Australia. A teenager has become the first student to be jailed for carrying out a school shooting in Australia. The 15-year-old young man from our great city of Perth fired three bullets with two guns at the Atlantis Beach Baptist College last May. Wihkum…
School safety has never been more critical. In today’s world, having a reliable duress alarm system in place can be the difference between a calm, controlled situation and chaos. This is where solutions like the Wihkum Emergency Alert & Safety App step in. Providing safety at the touch of a button. But what exactly are…
School is intended for learning and growth. It shouldn’t be a breeding ground for violence. Whilst Australia has a safe education system compared to some countries, school violence remains a concern. This blog post will explore the issue of school violence in Western Australia, focusing on the critical role of emergency response and student plus…
That’s the clarion call of many copycat offenders in US schools as the harbinger of an impending school attack. Here in Australia, the increasing number of homegrown violent incidents at our schools is a real concern for not only parents and teachers but also their students. School violence is out of control – ranging from…
In May 2023, a 15 year old boy fired a gun in the car park of a Two Rocks school, sparking a lockdown, while at a Carine High School in December, a 16 year old boy was allegedly stabbed twice in the back by a 15 year old girl. The WA teacher’s union is calling…
