Patrick O'Neal

Since starting his career with Gaggle eight years ago as a safety representative, Patrick has become a champion for students, focusing on their safety and mental health awareness. He now partners with districts throughout the mid-Atlantic region to implement solutions that identify students in crisis and get them the help they need. A graduate of Illinois State University, Patrick resides in central Illinois with his wife, Erin, and their three children, Sadie, Arya, and Declan.

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Why Districts Are Taking a Second Look at Gaggle, Even in a Budget Crunch

District leaders are being asked to do the impossible right now: protect student safety, support mental health, and maintain compliance, all while navigating major budget cuts. We know it’s hard. And we know that every dollar spent needs to work...

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