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CDC Releases Data from 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released results from the 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey, which measures health-related behaviors and experiences among adolescents. The survey includes new findings related to sexual orientation, social media use, school discipline, and experiences of racism in school and the impact on students’ mental health. Read More
November is Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month
Each November, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency leads the national recognition of Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month, an annual effort that focuses on raising awareness about the vital role critical infrastructure – including K-12 schools – plays in the nation’s wellbeing. The initiative emphasizes the importance of preparing for and adapting to changing conditions and recovering quickly from incidents. Schools can access a range of resources on SchoolSafety.gov to build resilience and security, including resources and tools to create and exercise emergency plans, understand and assess threats, and improve physical security and cybersecurity measures. Learn More
ED Announces $70 Million in New Awards for School-Based Mental Health Services
The U.S. Department of Education (ED) announced an additional investment of $70 million to expand student access to school-based mental health services. The funding, made available through the School-Based Mental Health Services and Mental Health Service Professionals Demonstration grant programs, is projected to help train and hire an additional 4,000 mental health professionals nationally to support students and address their mental health needs. Read More
ED Announces COVID-19 Test Distribution
The U.S. Department of Education, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is offering free COVID-19 tests to interested school districts. Schools can use the tests to stock school nurses’ offices, send test kits home with students or parents, or distribute within their communities. Read More
Resource Spotlight
Tools to Strengthen School Physical Security
Schools can prevent and mitigate targeted violence threats by taking proactive measures to improve the physical security of school grounds, buildings, and classrooms. Explore the K-12 School Security Guide Product Suite to find tools and information to support school physical security planning, assess vulnerabilities across campuses, and better protect against physical and crime-related threats.
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
December
3
State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP)
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January
24
Nonprofit Security Grant Program National Security Supplemental (NSGP-NSS)
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Events
November
6
National Student Privacy & Data Security Fall Webinar Series: FERPA 101 and Data Security Best Practices
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November
13
National Student Privacy & Data Security Fall Webinar Series: FERPA 201 and Transparency
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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.