Creating Comprehensive Safety & Emergency Response Plans for Schools
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Navigate360. Creating a safe learning environment is one of the most critical responsibilities
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Combating Social Media Threat Hoaxes: A Unified Approach
By Oscar Macias In recent weeks, school communities throughout the country have been shaken by a disturbing trend: a rash
How do Districts Ensure Student Safety in After-school Programs?
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose 6crickets. One afternoon during the after-school hours, Ms. Ofelia Fitzpatrick, Program Specialist in
The Importance of Integrated Technology in Supporting Student Mental Health
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Navigate360. School leaders face increasing challenges in addressing the mental health crises sweeping
HRC’s Project Thrive 2023 Back to School Checklist
This Back to School resource was co-produced by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation in partnership with many of the nation’s
Hemet USD Becomes a Trailblazer for School Security
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Evolv. This case study describes how Hemet Unified School District created a safer
District Enhances School Safety With Free-flow Weapons Detection
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Evolv. This case study describes how Spartanburg County School District 6 in Spartanburg,
Educating for a Diverse Democracy in California
California educators, students, parents and community members must stand up for educational approaches that can strengthen our diverse democracy. A
Disaster Recovery Resources from California County Superintendents
California County Superintendents’ Technology Services Committee has shared resources designed to help K-12 education technology departments create and implement a
Trauma-Informed Approaches to Support Cold Spring School
Dr. Amy Alzina, Superintendent/Principal of Cold Spring School District, shares tips for supporting students and staff during emergencies and natural
Dealing with Emergencies from Natural Disasters: Cold Spring School District
Dr. Amy Alzina, Superintendent/Principal of Cold Spring School District, and Chief Business Officer/Legal Counsel Yuri Calderon, have compiled a presentation
Parent Bulletin on Fentanyl (Clovis USD)
Clovis Unified School District created the following parent bulletin about the dangers of fentanyl. The bulletin was e-mailed to all
Fentanyl Crisis Among California’s Youth (Sept. 28 Webinar)
California Department of Public Health and Safe Schools for All hosted the Fentanyl Crisis Among CA Youth Webinar on Sept.
CDPH Statewide Naloxone Standing Order FAQs
The California Department of Public Health has issued a statewide standing order to help reduce morbidity and mortality associated with
New Law Mandates Schools to Annually Inform Parents of Safe Storage of Firearms
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. On July 21, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill (SB)
Emergency Planning Rubric for Schools – Kern County
The Emergency Planning Rubric for Schools is a tool to help Kern County school administrators and their teams prepare for
Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers
High profile acts of violence, particularly in schools, can confuse and frighten children who may feel in danger or worry
Lozano Smith Title IX Toolkit
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. Title IX is the federal law which prohibits discrimination on the basis
Small School Districts: Opening Schools During a Pandemic
What we can learn from the small school district experience. Panelists: Dr. Mary McNeil, Superintendent, Needles USD Melanie Matta, Superintendent/Principal, Hope Elementary
Suicide on Campus: How Schools Are Dealing With the Crisis
This article was provided to ACSA by Gail Marshall It’s never too soon to plan for the unthinkable. No one
School Crisis Toolkit – After an Incident
Last updated 9/5/24 1. Continue crisis communications with all stakeholders In the aftermath of an incident, communication is critically important.
School Crisis Toolkit – During an Incident
Last updated 9/5/24 1. Call a lockdown Immediately call a lockdown and follow the same process used in your drills.
School Crisis Toolkit – Before an Incident
Last updated 9/5/24 1. Use an anonymous reporting system or tip line All districts should establish reporting systems to be
ACSA School Crisis Toolkit – Introduction
The first priority of educators nationwide is to provide a healthy and safe school environment for all students and staff.
A Crisis at Hyperspeed Through the Eyes of a Superintendent
Bullet holes and broken glass. They are shocking examples of tragedy and triumph in Tehama County. “During a crisis, you’re
Ensuring Students Feel Safe at School
A report on safeness before and after the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High Parkland shooting By Sarah Bernardy and Regula Schmid,
Human Resource Message Board for Fire Recovery
Note: The information here is not intended as legal advice. Information that contributors add are subject to editing.
Meeting the Educational Needs of Students After a Traumatic Brain Injury
Based on information presented at ACSA’s 2017 Every Child Counts Symposium by Melissa Hatch, Esq., Hatch & Cesario, and Jarice Butterfield,
Technology in Schools: Cameras, Questions and Collaboration
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Lozano Smith. When Greg Blount embarked on a project to install cameras in the
5 Strategy Fields to Improve Student Safety on Campus
The following content was a message from Steve Betando, superintendent of Morgan Hill Unified School District. No words can comfort
5 Ways to Make Your Campus Safer
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Keenan. “A recent FBI report indicates that the frequency of active shooter incidents
Maximizing Your Situational Awareness
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Keenan. We have all heard the term situational awareness, but what does it
Shooting in the Dark: Developing K-12 Gun Policy
There are a number of variables that must be considered in coming to a sound policy decision on school weapons
Q&A: The Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
This resource is provided by ACSA Partner4Purpose Fagen Friedman & Fulfrost, LLP (F3). Who is required to report? Penal Code
Improve School Safety By Examining Climate and Culture
A safe climate is not so easily defined No educator or administrator is truly successful if they are not doing