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ED and SAMHSA Launch the Digital Well-Being Challenge
The Digital Well-Being Challenge invites students aged 13+ and the schools that serve them to address critical topics in digital citizenship and well-being, including healthy social media use, digital citizenship education, and responsible technology policies. Selected school- or district-based teams will co-design and implement, alongside students, a solution addressing a problem related to digital citizenship and well-being facing their school community. The Challenge is a collaborative effort between the U.S. Department of Education’s (ED) Office of Educational Technology and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA). Applications close Thursday, January 9, 2025. Learn More and Apply
Plan for 2025 with SchoolSafety.gov
The School Safety Communications Center offers a wealth of resources to support school safety efforts in 2025. Explore the one-pagers, issue briefs, newsletters, and virtual training materials to find valuable insights and strategies to address specific school safety issues and create safer, more supportive learning environments. Learn More
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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March
18
Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation (CTAS)
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Events
January
8
Supporting Children of Incarcerated Parents: Addressing School-Based Bias and Stigma
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January 15, March 19 and May 21, 2025
Enhancing School Safety Using Behavioral Threat Assessment
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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.