Guide for Preventing and Responding to School Violence

• 2012

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This report outlines strategies for creating safer learning environments in schools. It emphasizes a multifaceted approach to violence prevention, involving the full participation of school boards, administrators, parents, students, community members, emergency responders, and law enforcement. It highlights the importance of comprehensive, collaborative policies tailored to individual school needs. The document also reviews historical incidents of school violence and discusses causes, prevention methods, threat assessment, crisis response, and legal considerations. It serves as a guide for auditing and enhancing existing safety plans and fostering collaboration among all stakeholders to improve school safety and preparedness.

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Hazard: Violence

Audience: Schools & Childcare Providers

Keywords: 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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