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.
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Create an action plan
Assess the efforts that you are taking to address school safety, and get a personalized action plan with next steps you can take.
Find resources
Search for specific resources, like guidance, trainings, or fact sheets, that are vetted by SchoolSafety.gov.
Upcoming Opportunities
Learn about upcoming events and opportunities for your school or district.
Important Dates
March 3:
STOP School Violence Grant Program
March 30:
DOJ's OVW Fiscal Year 2020 Grants to Prevent and Respond to Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Against Children and Youth Program
March 30:
DOJ's OVW Fiscal Year 2020 Grants to Engage Men and Boys as Allies in the Prevention of Violence Against Women and Girls Program
April 8:
DOJ's School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP)
Events
March 5:
SchoolSafety.gov Launch
Webinar
March 11:
SchoolSafety.gov Launch
Webinar
March 16:
SchoolSafety.gov Launch
Webinar
Resource Spotlight
Take steps to improve physical security
Start with these low to no cost actions your school can take to make immediate safety improvements. After these immediate actions, use the School Safety Readiness Tool to continue making your school safer.
