by Joe Alberts | Sep 21, 2021
Table of Contents The Trauma-Informed, Resilience-Oriented (TR) Schools Toolkit outlines a framework for implementing trauma-informed, resilience-oriented approaches in any school or school district. The primary audience for this toolkit includes school... by Angie Zill | Sep 14, 2021
This is the second episode of two about restorative practices at Genesee Intermediate School District in Michigan. Guests discuss getting buy-in for restorative practices, coordinating with school resource officers, and sustaining programs after the grant period is... by Angie Zill | Sep 8, 2021
Unlike traditional law enforcement officials, School Resource Officers (SROs) work almost exclusively with young people, so it is crucial they understand how students think and make decisions. But that is no easy task. Teenagers have been baffling and frustrating... by Joe Alberts | Sep 7, 2021
This is the first episode of two about restorative practices at Genesee Intermediate School District in Michigan. Guests in this episode describe the motivations behind applying for project grant funding, how the project got started, and the restorative practices they... by Joe Alberts | Aug 31, 2021
This episode is the second of two that discusses the transition to and from distance learning. Our guests talk about the school resource officer’s role in the distance learning environment, the importance of emergency response planning, and key considerations... by Joe Alberts | Aug 24, 2021
This episode is the first of two that discusses the transition to and from distance learning. Our guests talk about how mental health supports in schools can help with addressing the effects that distance learning has had on students. Guests: Brooke Albert, Nicole... by Joe Alberts | Aug 18, 2021
Our guests describe the parts of the crisis timeline and the role of law enforcement in school safety. Guests: Chris Melde and Katherine Schweit Episode Highlights (PDF) Comprehensive School Safety Planning Series Description In this series, guests describe the... by Joe Alberts | Aug 10, 2021
We ask our guests to share what school safety means to them. This is followed by a conversation with the directors of the National Center for School Safety. Guests: Nicole Hockley, Danny Carlson, Katherine Schweit, Chris Melde, Justin Heinze, Marc Zimmerman Episode... by Angie Zill | Aug 3, 2021
The What Works Clearinghouse contains a collection of evidence-based education programs and research. “The What Works Clearinghouse (WWC) reviews the existing research on different programs, products, practices, and policies in education. Our goal is to provide... by Angie Zill | Aug 3, 2021
CrimeSolutions.OJP.gov is a Clearinghouse with information on crime & crime prevention, juveniles, law enforcement, and technology & forensics. Search for evidence-based resources on their “Programs & Practices” page. School safety topics range... by Angie Zill | Aug 3, 2021
The Safer Schools and Campuses Best Practices Clearinghouse was created by the Department of Education in response to the Covid-19 pandemic and to support the reopening and continuing operations of schools. Check out the Resource Library to search for specific school... by Angie Zill | Aug 3, 2021
SchoolSafety.gov is a clearinghouse of resources related to safe schools. Find resources to Prevent, Protect & Mitigate, and Respond & Recover to help keep schools safe. Topics range from threat assessment and reporting to mental health to physical security to... by Angie Zill | Aug 3, 2021
VetoViolence.CDC.gov contains a collection of youth violence prevention programs. Select “schools” in the Settings box to find mental health and school climate programs and resources. “VetoViolence exists to empower you and your community to prevent... by Angie Zill | Aug 3, 2021
Youth.gov is a Clearinghouse with information on creating safe and healthy outcomes for youth. It was created by the Interagency Working Group on Youth Programs (IWGYP) through the combined efforts of 22 federal agencies. Topics range from suicide prevention to school... by Angie Zill | Aug 3, 2021
SAMHSA.gov is a Clearinghouse with a broad collection of mental health and substance use programs and practices. The Evidence-Based Practices Resource Center includes resources with evidence ratings based on research. Filter using a Target Audience of... by Angie Zill | Aug 3, 2021
StopBullying.gov is a Clearinghouse with information on identifying and preventing bullying, including cyberbullying. Check out the Prevention at School section to learn more about strategies to prevent and address bullying. “StopBullying.gov provides... by Joe Alberts | Jun 8, 2021
Description The STOP School Violence Grant Program is designed to improve K-12 school security by providing students and teachers with the tools they need to recognize, respond quickly to, and help prevent acts of violence and ensure a positive school climate. This... by Joe Alberts | Jun 8, 2021
The BJA 2021 Student, Teachers, and Officers Preventing (STOP) School Violence grant solicitation has been posted. Visit https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2021-47003 for more information about the grant program and to download the full solicitation.... by Angie Zill | Mar 1, 2021
In the aftermath of high-profile and horrific school shootings, many schools and other collaborators began adopting anonymous reporting systems to help keep their communities safe. In this video, Dr. April Zeoli discusses how Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) can... by Angie Zill | Mar 1, 2021
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) is an approach to safety by which the physical environment is changed in and around schools to both promote safety and reduce opportunities for crime. In this video, Christine Koffkey, MPH, discusses the benefits... by Joe Alberts | Jan 19, 2021
What factors influence a student’s feelings of safety and their fear of being victimized at school? In this video, Chris Melde, PhD, Matthew Almanza, and Daniel Abad discuss their research into the ways school climate, including an authoritative school climate,... by Angie Zill | Jan 19, 2021
There is more to being a School Resource Officer (SRO) than simply serving as a law enforcement officer. In this video, Chief Ronald Applin of Atlanta Public Schools details best practices for SRO training, and the many different roles SROs can play when engaging with... by Joe Alberts | Sep 1, 2020
The evaluation team at the National Center for School Safety collaborated with the AASA (The School Superintendents Association) to conduct two focus group discussions with school district superintendents from across the United States. The superintendents expressed... by Joe Alberts | Jul 31, 2020
As crises continue to occur in schools across the country, post-crisis interventions are an important practice in addressing the psychological and physical well-being of students, faculty, and staff. In this video, Rebeccah Sokol, PhD, describes promising research...