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Federal Government Announces Partnership to Distribute Free COVID-19 Tests to Schools
The U.S. Department of Education (ED) and the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response, a division within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), announced a partnership to distribute free COVID-19 tests to schools across the country. In a letter sent to local education agencies by ED, school districts are being encouraged to order tests directly from the federal government. Districts can then distribute these tests for free to students, staff, parents, and school communities, with the expectation that millions of tests will be sent out in the coming months – allowing schools to stock nurses’ offices, distribute at events, send tests home with students or parents, and more. Learn More
HHS Announces Funding Opportunities to Improve Behavioral Health
HHS, through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, announced notices of funding opportunities for grant programs that address behavioral health challenges in local communities, helping organizations implement comprehensive, evidence-based strategies to prevent substance misuse and promote mental health. These grant opportunities include the Children’s Mental Health Initiative, which provides resources to improve the mental health outcomes for children and youth at risk for or who have serious emotional disturbances, and their families. Learn More
Federal Government Announces New Tools, Actions, and Resources to Address Rise of Reported Antisemitic and Islamophobic Events at Schools
The federal government announced new actions and resources to address the rise of reported Antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents at schools and on college campuses since the October 7th Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel. These actions will help protect students, engage school leaders, and foster safe and supportive learning environments. Read More
FCC Proposes Creation of Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program
The Federal Communications Commission proposed the creation of a Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program that would allow the Commission to obtain valuable data concerning the cybersecurity and advanced firewall services that would best help K-12 schools and libraries address the growing cyber threats and attacks against their broadband networks. The proposed pilot program, which calls for an investment of up to $200 million over three years, would be established within the Universal Service Fund, but separate from the Commission’s E-Rate program. In addition, the program would provide funding to eligible K-12 schools and libraries to defray the qualifying costs of receiving the cybersecurity and advanced firewall services needed to protect their E-Rate-funded broadband networks and data from the growing number of school and library-focused cyber events. Learn More
Resource Spotlight
Take a Holistic Approach to School Safety with Our 2023 Resource Package
A holistic approach to school safety includes a combination of multiple elements and systems that, when working together, help to foster safe school communities. To support schools and districts in creating comprehensive school safety plans in 2024, SchoolSafety.gov has compiled its set of original one-pagers and infographics released on the site over the past year. Download the SchoolSafety.gov 2023 Resource Package for actionable strategies, guidance, and resources on a range of school safety topics, including bullying and cyberbullying, emergency planning, mental health, targeted violence prevention, and more.
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
10
Tribal Cybersecurity Grant Program (TCGP)
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February
14
Grants for Expansion and Sustainability of the Comprehensive Community Mental Health Services for Children with Serious Emotional Disturbance
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Events
December
12
School Mental Health Virtual Learning Series: Strengths-Based Holistic Approaches to Youth Mental Health
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December
13
Lessons from the Field - Free to Learn Miniseries: Supporting Full Student Participation
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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.