Grandview is pleased to enable dialogue in the markets we serve through the publication of white papers, articles, and academic research. The information presented and opinions expressed in these publications are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of Grandview or the employers or academic institutions where they are affiliated.
Student-Connectedness in Schools:
A Modern Imperative
How relationships anchor student safety, well-being, and future success
Author: Natasha L. Adams, Superintendent in Residence, Hamilton County ESC, Cincinnati, OH
This white paper by Natasha L. Adams makes a case that student-connectedness must evolve from individual teacher relationships to a systemic design principle. It emphasizes that meaningful relationships between students and trusted adults are essential for academic success, mental health, and preparing students for an uncertain future in a rapidly changing world.
Mitigating School Liability Nightmares - A Financial Wake-up Call for K-12 Districts
How Improved School Safety, Security, and Student Wellness Programs Can Help
Authors: Bernard Gollotti, School Security Consultant, Largo Consulting - Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania
David Brake, CEO, The Grandview Group, Phoenix, AZ
This white paper analyzes the substantial financial costs K-12 school districts face from safety deficiencies, security failures, and inadequate wellness programs. It quantifies billions in annual nationwide costs from legal settlements, teacher turnover, workers' compensation, and mental health services, arguing that proactive safety assessments and risk mitigation measures are more cost-effective than reactive expenditures.