MSU Public Safety Training Center

05/16/2026

Proud to work with Dr. Sandel! Thank you for all you do.

05/16/2026

What a great week of training new FTO’s! Thanks to Vista Law Enforcement Training and Consulting, LLC for a great week of training. They are also co-hosting our new Executive Leadership program and First Line Supervisor this Summer. Check it out: https://training.efactory.missouristate.edu/wconnect/ace/ShowSchedule.awp?Search=INSTRUCTOR&Target=NTYzMDM5MDg2ZjVt&Title=Courses+Taught+by+Vista+Law+Enforcement+Training

05/01/2026

The Laurie Mo Police Department will be hosting a free luncheon on May 13th for National Police Week from 11am-1pm. No registration is needed, food and program will be provided. Hope to see you there! Address: 147 S Main St, Laurie, MO 65037

04/30/2026

Securing funding starts with knowing how to tell your story - clearly, strategically, and with impact.

Join Introduction to Grant Writing, an interactive workshop designed for both beginners and experienced professionals looking to strengthen their approach to grant proposals.

What participants can expect:
• How to find and evaluate the right grant opportunities
• Strategies for researching and selecting best-fit funding sources
• Practical guidance on organizing and presenting program information
• Techniques for writing compelling, effective proposals
• Methods for evaluating and measuring program success

This session is led by Christina Ryder, CEO of The Grantwell, LLC, with extensive experience in federal and foundation funding, program development, and social science research. Her work includes grant evaluations and research for organizations such as USDA, FEMA, HHS, and the DOJ. efactory MSU Public Safety Training Center

May 8 / 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Learn more and register: https://hubs.li/Q04dS9P-0

04/07/2026

04/02/2026

Prepare to Address Bullying Through Effective Training

Bullying and harassment impact student safety, learning environments, and overall school culture. This training is designed to equip professionals with the tools and strategies needed to address these challenges proactively and consistently.

School House Bullies – Train the Trainer
This train-the-trainer workshop prepares participants to return to their schools with practical strategies to educate staff, engage students, and reduce bullying behaviors across all levels.

What participants can expect:
• Communication strategies for working with parents
• Investigation methods and tools to ensure thorough documentation
• Techniques to engage students in meaningful discussions
• Litigation protection strategies for schools and staff
• Response strategies based on grade level and situation
• Approaches for educating and training staff
• Use of real-world and electronic bullying scenarios for training
• Strategies to address and reduce cyberbullying
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About the instructor:
Dennis Lewis, President of Edu-Safe LLC, brings decades of experience in school safety, training, and litigation support. His work focuses on developing best practices to enhance student and staff safety across educational environments.

📅 April 10
🕒 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Register here:

Missouri State University in collaboration with Edu-Safe USA has developed training to assist schools with better addressing the issue of bullying and

03/14/2026

Missouri Department of Public Safety Director Mark James and Deputy Director Troy Murdock appreciated the opportunity to visit with sheriffs from across Missouri at the Missouri Sheriffs' Association's spring conference this week. We’re all committed to protecting Missourians and building a safer state, and joint efforts between sheriffs and DPS on initiatives like Operation Relentless Pursuit are a vehicle to strengthen our partnership, expand collaboration and share lessons learned. Director James and Deputy Director Murdock were also able to provide updates on other DPS programs:
▶️ Douglas County Sheriff Chris Degase, as president of the Missouri Sheriffs' Association, signed a contract with DPS in which we will provide MSA with over $418,000 in funding for tactical training to be presented by the academy. This type of support for law enforcement agencies has never been more critical!
▶️ 80 communities have received Missouri Blue Shield recognition for 2026, with additional communities being recognized next Friday, and each Friday going forward. Communities may apply here: https://moexperience.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9BSJCJu6ZhQQzCm
▶️ Additional free Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) active shooter response training is available through our partnership with the Missouri State University Public Safety Training Center. Check for opportunities here: https://efactory.missouristate.edu/alerrt/
▶️ New free Missouri Critical Incident Stress Management training sessions have recently been added by our partners at Warrior’s Rest. Check the schedule here: https://warriorsrestfoundation.org/missouri-training/
▶️ Our DPS Law Enforcement Support Office (LESO) continues to connect Missouri law enforcement agencies with excess U.S. Department of War property to support response to natural disasters and other critical incidents. Property may include generators, four-wheel drive vehicles, boats and weapons.
▶️ The Missouri Statewide Interoperability Network, which now has over 63,500 radios on the system.
▶️ The SafeNation App as a platform to anonymously report tips from the public about potential terrorist threats as intelligence sources are seeing an uptick in potential terrorist activity since the beginning of the war with Iran.
▶️ If you see an immediate threat, call 911.
▶️ If you see any suspicious activity, use the Missouri SafeNation app to report it – you can remain anonymous. You can also upload pictures and video. The SafeNation app is available in the App Store and Google Play. Speaking up protects us all!
▶️ In the app, select Cyber Crime or Suspicious Activity.
▶️ You can also file a Threat and Terrorism Related Suspicious Activity Tip online here: https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=2600

03/12/2026

Chiefs & Sheriffs: Who are you preparing to lead next?

The Missouri State Public Safety Training Center is now collecting interest in each troop region for the Executive Leadership & Agency Management Program, designed for executive-level and upper command staff.

This program focuses on real-world command skills, including:
• Strategic leadership
• Modern Workforce Management
• High-risk civil and internal liabilities
• Organizational effectiveness
• Resources and partnerships

This course was developed to meet the Missouri Department of Public Safety RSMO 590.033 in partnership with Vista Law Enforcement Training and Consulting, LLC.

Learn more:

Participate in the MO POST–Mandated 40-Hour Training Program.

11/11/2025

Today, we honor the veterans who have served our country with courage, integrity, and dedication. 🇺🇸

At the MSU Public Safety Training Center, we’re proud to train and support individuals who share those same values — service, leadership, and commitment to community. To all who have worn the uniform: thank you for your service and for continuing to protect and strengthen our communities every day.

10/03/2025

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