Find Resources to Create a Safer School
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Latest News
DHS Know2Protect Expands Efforts to Combat Online Child Exploitation with Project iGuardian®
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) released the Fiscal Year 2024 report for Project iGuardian, the in-person educational arm of DHS’s Know2Project national public awareness campaign to combat online child sexual exploitation and abuse. Led by HSI special agents and other subject matter experts, these audience-specific Project iGuardian presentations share information about the dangers of online environments, how to stay safe online, and how to report abuse and suspicious activity. Request a Presentation
Online Safety During Winter Break
Children may spend more time online while at home during winter break. To promote digital safety and help protect students against forms of online exploitation, school communities can educate families about online risks and how to avoid them, as well as encourage open and ongoing communication on safe digital habits. Learn More
SAMHSA Releases Resources to Help Communities Address Trauma from Gun Violence
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) released new resources to help communities address the mental health impacts of gun violence. These resources include tips for helping children cope with grief, best practices for schools to address trauma and behavioral health, and lessons learned from community programs. These resources aim to support the resilience and recovery of children, youth, and families affected by traumatic events. Learn More
Resource Spotlight
Get a Prioritized School Safety Action Plan for the New Year
A new year can be an opportunity to enhance your school safety programs. As you look towards safety planning for the next semester, take the SchoolSafety.gov Safety Readiness Tool assessment to receive prioritized actions your school can consider to create a safe and supportive environment.
School Safety Topics
Access the following topics for resources, guidance, and information to help you create a safer school. From each of these topic pages, you can sort resources available based upon stages of preparedness and subtopics.
Upcoming Opportunities
Learn about upcoming events, grants, and other opportunities for your school or district.
Discover upcoming school safety events and grants below to help support your school’s or school district’s safety efforts.
Grants
January
24
Nonprofit Security Grant Program National Security Supplemental (NSGP-NSS)
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December
31
Project School Emergency Response to Violence (SERV)
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Events
December
12
Leveraging Emergency Management to Prepare and Plan for a Mass Violence Incident
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December 18, 2024, February 19 and April 16, 2025
Preventing Mass Attacks in Our Communities
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Tools to Get Started
Start with these tools to discover the right resources for your school
Grants Finder Tool
Use the Grants Finder Tool to find applicable funding opportunities to help keep your school community safe.
State Search Tool
Discover your state’s school safety programs and regional contacts from federal agencies. These contacts and programs can be a resource to you as you build your school safety plan.
Resource Search
Find resources, like guidance, training, or fact sheets, that are vetted by SchoolSafety.gov.
Safety Readiness Tool
Identify the efforts you’re taking to address the foundational elements of school safety. Get a personalized action plan with next steps and resources for your school to consider.
Communications Center
Download and share the latest SchoolSafety.gov one-pagers, issue briefs, newsletters, and virtual training materials.