Find Resources to Create a Safer School
SchoolSafety.gov was created by the federal government to provide schools and districts with actionable recommendations to create safe and supportive learning environments for students and educators.
Latest News
February Marks Five Years of SchoolSafety.gov
Since launching in February 2020, SchoolSafety.gov has served as a one-stop access point for information, resources, guidance, and evidence-based practices on a range of school safety topics. Learn more about how the site empowers schools and school districts nationwide to improve safety and security. Learn More
Resource Spotlight
Find State School Safety Programs and Resources
Discover your state’s school safety programs and contacts using the SchoolSafety.gov State Search Tool. Through the tool, K-12 leaders and school staff can learn about and connect with regional personnel and access state-specific information and resources to help build and enhance school safety plans.
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
March
17
Statewide Family Network Program
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March
18
Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation (CTAS)
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Events
February 19, April 16 and June 18, 2025
Preventing Mass Attacks in Our Communities
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March 19, May 21 and July 16, 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.