Greeter & Guardian Team Training: A Vital Step in Keeping WRJC Safe

July 21 | 5:00–7:00 PM | WRJC Hosted in partnership with our Secure Community Network Regional Security Advisor Get Involved.

Get Empowered. Get Trained. This essential training is for all volunteer greeters, staff, and community members who want to play an active role in creating a safe, welcoming environment at WRJC. As we strengthen our preparedness and response efforts, your participation is vital. Led by our SCN Regional Security Advisor, this session will provide the foundational tools needed to support our community with confidence and clarity. What You’ll Learn: Key roles and responsibilities in a safety team How to assign roles and respond effectively during services or events Leadership and communication strategies in moments of crisis Emergency response steps, including After-Action Reviews The importance of Standard Operating Procedures Whether you’ve served as a greeter before or are just getting involved, this training will equip you to help protect and support our community. Light refreshments will be served. Space is limited — RSVP required. 

BeAware & Countering Active Threat Training

July 22 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Presented in partnership with the Secure Community Network (SCN)

Empower Yourself. Protect Your Community.
Join us for a vital two-part safety and security training designed to give every member of the WRJC community—regardless of background or role—the knowledge and confidence to recognize threats and respond effectively in an emergency. Whether you’re a regular attendee, a parent, a volunteer greeter, or new to synagogue life, this training will help you play a critical role in keeping our community safe.
Part 1: BeAware – Situational Awareness
Learn how to spot suspicious behavior, recognize potential safety threats, and increase your vigilance in synagogue, school, or everyday settings.
You’ll learn:
How to enhance personal and communal situational awareness

How to identify and report threats or suspicious activity

Practical steps to remain alert and proactive

Part 2: Countering Active Threat Training (CATT)
A scenario-based, nationally recognized training designed specifically for faith-based institutions. This session focuses on the Run, Hide, Fight response model and teaches you how to stay safe and make quick decisions in an active threat situation.
You’ll learn:
What defines an active threat

How and when to Run, Hide, or Fight

What to do when law enforcement arrives

How to take personal responsibility for preparedness

This is an essential training for everyone who wants to help create a secure and resilient WRJC.
Space is limited — RSVP required.