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The federal government identified additional resources that highlight strategies for school safety. Use these resources to learn more about targeted violence.
National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center
Department of Justice
This organization, established in partnership with the Office for Victims of Crime within the Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs, works to improve community preparedness and the nation’s capacity to serve victims recovering from mass violence through research, planning, training, technology, and collaboration.
Helping Youth After Community Trauma: Tips for Educators
Department of Health and Human Services, 2014
This tip sheet lists common reactions educators might see in the students with whom they work and suggestions on how they may help after community trauma. It describes how traumatic events, such as a natural disaster, school violence, or the traumatic death of a peer or educator, can affect students’ learning, behavior, and relationships.
Talking to Children about the Shooting
Department of Health and Human Services, 2014
This tip sheet describes ways to talk to children about mass violence events that involve a shooting. It gives tips about how to start the conversation, common reactions children may have, and how to seek help if needed.