Guide for Preventing and Responding to School Violence

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This guide helps schools prevent and respond to violence. It describes ways to make schools safer by identifying warning signs and creating safety plans. The guide also explains how teachers, students, and parents can work together to stop violence before it starts. It includes tips for handling emergencies if they happen. By following the advice in the guide, everyone at school can feel more secure and prepared for any problems that might arise.

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Focus Area: Violence

Audience: Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Crisis Intervention; Risk Management; Safety; Schools; Violence; Law Enforcement; Risk Assessment; Risk Evaluation and Mitigation

Institutions: U.S. Department of Justice; International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)

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