Flipping the Script: An Evidence-Based Protocol to Address Elopement Behavior
Flipping the Script: An Evidence-Based Protocol to Address Elopement Behavior
Dr. Clay Cook, Chief Development Officer, CharacterStrong
Topic: Student Relationships and Behavior
Grade Band: K-12
Audience: Counselors, Building Leadership, District Leadership
Tier: Tier 3
Room: 404, Session 4
Elopement, when students leave class or campus without permission, often forces schools into crisis mode and creates unsafe situations for students and staff. This behavior challenges schools' ability to provide a safe and consistent learning environment. In this session, participants will learn an evidence-based protocol to proactively address and prevent elopement. The step-by-step approach reduces elopement to zero levels, stabilizes things schoolwide, and supports student success. This practical framework focuses on addressing root causes, building safety measures, and ensuring a calm, structured response.
Resources: Slide Deck
