Handle With Care - Schools (Preschool - K12)

In order to make schools a place where learning can happen, it is essential that teachers and educational staff be given the tools necessary to create a safe environment. Schools are entrusted with ensuring for the safety and education of approximately 50 million K-12 students attending more than 130,000 schools. In many schools, classrooms are becoming increasingly difficult to manage.

"Handle With Care is truly an incredible program. It teaches the safest way to handle situations for everyone involved." "HWC’s program has made me feel more powerful and purposeful both in and out of my occupational setting."

Brittney Falvo - Unity Charter School

For 40 years, HWC has been the trusted behavior management training program for schools. New York State Union of Teachers (NYSUT) identified that the number one cause of injury to special education teachers and BOCES aides and assistants was from restraining students. Knowing this was a significant problem, sometimes resulting in permanent disability, NYSUT wanted to make training available to better prepare staff to keep students safe and avoid injury. NYSUT hired a consultant to search for training programs that would meet the needs of the teachers and conform to state standards, and conducted focus groups around the state. Based on feedback, NYSUT chose HWC as the program that best met the needs of educators. HWC’s proprietary holding method, the Primary Restraint Technique®   (PRT®) is patented for its safeguards to prevent positional asphyxia, and other medical risks.

"We believe the philosophy and various components of the HWC crisis management model are unmatched in the field and are the best option available for schools. We could not be happier with HWC and strongly endorse it to any organization looking for a reputable, safe and positive response to crisis situations."

Robert Lysek - Founder and CEO - Executive Education Academy Charter School

Early Childhood Program

For younger students, Handle With Care offers a specialized Early Childhood Program designed to meet the unique needs of preschool and elementary-age children. This program emphasizes developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed strategies that help educators and caregivers manage challenging behaviors while fostering a safe and nurturing learning environment.

"I am so happy with the fact that every year, with HWC training, incidents and restraints continue to drop, while De-Escalation techniques continue to grow."

Rebecca Bailey HA - Mary Meredith K-12

Handle With Care training complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations including:

• ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)
• IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)
• Section, 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
• U.S. Supreme and Circuit Court rulings
• State-Specific Education Codes (Statutes and Regulations)

Contact us to get started or learn more about how Handle With Care can support your students, staff and school.