Four strategies to enhance student & school safety through reporting programs:
✔️Create a supportive environment
✔️Establish a centralized & accessible reporting system
✔️Evaluate & address reports accordingly
✔️Provide training & generate awareness

More: go.dhs.gov/JyU

No community, school, socioeconomic group, or student demographic is immune to the crime of #HumanTrafficking . School communities can use this infographic to learn what human trafficking is, how to prevent it, & how to support affected students: go.dhs.gov/JBi

#GrantSpotlight : U.S. Department of Education’s Mental Health Service Professional Demonstration Grant Program provides funding to support & demonstrate partnerships that train school-based #MentalHealth service providers for employment. The app deadline was extended to 5/31: go.dhs.gov/Zqh

Emergencies can happen at any time, so it is important for school leaders to clearly define the actions that should take place before, during, and after a crisis.

CDC has more emergency preparedness advice: go.dhs.gov/Jkg

#CP3 ’s Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention Grant Program is awarding $18 million in funding to local organizations.

To learn more, visit the TVTP Grant Program resources page. ⬇️ dhs.gov/targeted-viole…

Educators are often the first to notice #MentalHealth problems in students. Warning signs can include:

✅Drastic changes in behavior
✅Sadness that lasts more than 2 weeks
✅Intense fears that get in the way of activities

More from SAMHSA: go.dhs.gov/4dB #CMHW2024

Today is #FentanylAwarenessDay

Let's unite to educate & raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl. Explore SAMHSA’s toolkit for harm reduction strategies, treatment options, & guidance on opioid overdose reversal medications ➡️ samhsa.gov/resource/ebp/o…

🍎Happy National Teachers’ Day! Thank you for all that you do inside and outside of the classroom to support your students and create positive and safe learning experiences. #ThankATeacher #TeacherAppreciationWeek

📱Up to 95% of youth ages 13–17 report using a social media platform. While social media may have benefits for some children & teens, there are ample indicators that it can also have a profound risk of harm to their #MentalHealth & well-being: go.dhs.gov/J5m #CMHW2024

.Bureau of Justice Assistance, OJP OJJDP, and COPS Office will host a webinar on 5/9 to provide a detailed overview of the FY24 STOP School Violence Program competitive solicitation and answer questions from interested applicants. Learn more and register: go.dhs.gov/JFr

Don't miss U.S. Department of Education, NCSSLE, & REMS TA Center's May 8 webinar, “Effectively Responding to Incidents of School Violence.” Register & attend to learn about trauma-informed strategies & approaches for responding to school violence: go.dhs.gov/3Zi

#ThankATeacher because it’s #TeacherAppreciationWeek ! #K12 teachers play a critical role in fostering a positive and supportive school climate where students can learn, grow, and feel and be safe.

People call, text, and chat the #988Lifeline to talk about a variety of emotional needs - not just during a crisis. Whatever your reason, the 988 Lifeline is here to help. There is hope. Talk with us. Call or text 988 or chat at 988Lifeline.org

Providing access to school-based #MentalHealth services can reduce mental, emotional, and behavioral challenges and lead to better outcomes for students at risk. #CMHW2024 #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek

.SAMHSA offers best practices, implementation strategies, & practical guidance for the design & development of #YouthMentalHealth services. Access this guide to learn how to help children & families experiencing a behavioral health crisis: go.dhs.gov/J8x #MHAM2024

Within each Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency region there are local Protective Security Advisors that can assist schools and districts with a range of services, including vulnerability assessments, security trainings, and tabletop/practical exercises. Learn more: go.dhs.gov/oKr #SchoolSafety

#K12 cyberattacks can compromise sensitive data, disrupt operations, & result in high financial costs for school districts. Our infographic offers strategies & resources to help minimize exposure to these threats & build secure & resilient school systems: go.dhs.gov/JeB

.Mental Health Technology Transfer Center and National Center for School Mental Health developed modules to help schools, states, and districts advance and implement comprehensive #SchoolMentalHealth systems. Explore all 8 modules and supporting resources: mhttcnetwork.org/national-schoo… #MHAM2024

#Teachers : You may be the first to notice signs that indicate a child is being cyberbullied. Sometimes affected children become withdrawn or lose interest in activities. Learn more on how to recognize & address cyberbullying in the classroom: go.dhs.gov/ZNy #StopBullying

Goals of Psychological First Aid:

1️⃣Stabilize emotions & behaviors of students
2️⃣Return students to an improved mental & emotional state after crisis/disaster so they are ready to reengage in classroom learning

Learn more from REMS TA Center: go.dhs.gov/Jim #MHAM2024