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 a safe and supportive learning environment where students can thrive and grow.
Latest News
CDC’s New Interactive School Ventilation Tool
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention created this interactive tool to show how particle levels change as you adjust ventilation settings in your school. Good ventilation, along with other preventive actions, can help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Learn More
SAMHSA Shares Resources to Address Trauma
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration-funded National Child Traumatic Stress Network has developed a range of resources to help children, families, educators, and communities address trauma after events of mass violence. Access the Resources
2022 School Pulse Panel Data Shows Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Schools
A new survey from the National Center for Education Statistics found that 70 percent of public schools reported that the percentage of students who have sought mental health services increased since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The survey also revealed data on the ability of schools to effectively provide mental health services to all students in need as well as the implementation of social and emotional health programs. Learn More
Resource Spotlight
Assess your safety efforts and build an action plan for the upcoming school year
While there isn't a universal school safety plan, the SchoolSafety.gov Safety Readiness Tool offers common actions that schools can consider in creating and sustaining a safe environment. Access the tool to evaluate your school’s safety posture across ten elements and obtain a personalized action plan with next steps to consider.
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, subtopics, and planning type.
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
July
27
Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
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December
30
American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief
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Events
July
6
Promoting School Preparedness, Community Resilience, and Recovery in the Face of Adversity: Part 2 - Improving Readiness
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July
8
Improving Air Quality in Schools Webinar
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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.