
Clear writing for critical conversations

About me
Hi, I’m Amy! I’m a writer, editor, and content strategist passionate about telling stories that help communities learn, grow, and thrive. I specialize in thoughtful, engaging content that highlights the people, programs, and ideas making a real difference.
Most recently, I served as Executive Editor of Campus Safety magazine, a national publication and digital platform supporting K–12 schools, universities, and healthcare safety leaders. In that role, I helped shape the publication’s editorial strategy—planning coverage, identifying emerging topics, and developing content designed to inform and engage a professional audience.
My reporting has spanned a wide range of school safety and security topics, but what I find most meaningful is exploring the human side of those issues—student and staff wellness, leadership, policies and procedures, and the programs that support strong school and healthcare communities.
Although much of my experience is rooted in education and campus safety, the skills behind my work—clear communication, thoughtful strategy, and engaging storytelling—translate across many subjects and audiences. At the heart of what I do is creating content that informs, connects with readers, and helps organizations share their knowledge and expertise.
Portfolio
My portfolio highlights a range of work across news reporting, feature writing, interviews, research-driven articles, and multimedia content. I cover current events, translate complex topics into accessible insights, and collaborate with experts to bring important stories to life. From interviews and industry analysis to podcast conversations and timely news coverage, my work reflects a versatile approach to storytelling across formats.
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Category: K-12 SchoolsHow to Talk to Students About Gun Violence in Schools
Read more: How to Talk to Students About Gun Violence in SchoolsTeodora Pavkovic, a psychologist and parenting coach, offers tips for both school employees and parents on how to speak with kids and teens about school gun violence.
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Category: Higher EducationCampus Sexual Assault: How Sewanee Reduced Sexual Violence Against BIPOC
Read more: Campus Sexual Assault: How Sewanee Reduced Sexual Violence Against BIPOCSince the implementation of Sewanee’s C.P.R. in Action Initiative, sexual violence against students of color has dropped 26%.
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Category: Higher EducationHuman Trafficking on College Campuses: What It Looks Like and Resources for Police, Students
Read more: Human Trafficking on College Campuses: What It Looks Like and Resources for Police, StudentsMaraya Lasinsky, chief advisor for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, discusses human trafficking on college campuses and available resources for both campus police and students.
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Category: K-12 SchoolsSchool Swatting Threats: How Common Are They and What Do They Cost Taxpayers?
Read more: School Swatting Threats: How Common Are They and What Do They Cost Taxpayers?In just one month in 2023, at least 210 swatting threats were made against K-12 schools, according to one researcher.
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Category: HealthcareThe State of Healthcare Workplace Violence, De-Escalation Techniques, and Policy Must-Haves
Read more: The State of Healthcare Workplace Violence, De-Escalation Techniques, and Policy Must-HavesDr. Marissa Randazzo shares steps healthcare workers can take when they are confronted with a combative person, as well as free de-escalation resources.
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Category: K-12 SchoolsTest Your FERPA Knowledge: Can This Student Info Be Released?
Read more: Test Your FERPA Knowledge: Can This Student Info Be Released?Here are nine practical scenarios in which a request is made to access student information. Would providing the data be a FERPA violation?
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Category: K-12 SchoolsHow to Improve School Bus Safety Through Training and Technology
Read more: How to Improve School Bus Safety Through Training and TechnologyIncluding bus drivers in school safety planning and equipping school buses with available technologies can improve safety for all.
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The Dangers of Swatting and Its Impact on Schools and Communities
Read more: The Dangers of Swatting and Its Impact on Schools and CommunitiesJeffrey Yarbrough, police chief for the Hutto Police Department and an advisor for Raptor Technologies, discusses why swatting is so harmful to campuses and their surrounding communities and how to best combat it.
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Category: HealthcareWilliam Osler Health Mitigates Hospital Violence by Prioritizing Customer Service
Read more: William Osler Health Mitigates Hospital Violence by Prioritizing Customer ServiceCalvin Millar, manager of public safety and parking services for William Osler Health System, shares how he determined prioritizing customer service was the most effective way to mitigate violence.
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Category: Higher Education7 Hazing Tragedies That Spurred Harsher Anti-Hazing Laws in 9 States
Read more: 7 Hazing Tragedies That Spurred Harsher Anti-Hazing Laws in 9 StatesTim’s Law, inspired by the tragic hazing death of Penn State student Timothy Piazza, has been enacted in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
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Category: HealthcareViolence Against Hospital Security Officers Highlights Need for Retention Strategy Revisions
Read more: Violence Against Hospital Security Officers Highlights Need for Retention Strategy RevisionsHospitals must regularly revisit their recruitment and retention strategies to best protect and keep their security employees.
