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School Safety and Security

Learn how ED helps school efforts to improve school safety and provide related support to students.

Find school safety and security resources for K-12 schools, school districts, and institutes of higher education (IHEs).

SchoolSafety.gov

Find resources with actionable steps for schools and school districts to improve school safety.

Campus Security

Find data on campus crime, guidance for postsecondary institutions about security requirements, and additional resources.

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Center on Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports (PBIS)

The Center on PBIS helps schools, districts, and states build capacity for implementing multi-tiered social, emotional, and behavioral supports.

Emergency Planning Resources

Information on emergency planning to help K-12 schools and institutions of higher education prevent and prepare for emergencies.

Preventing Targeted Violence and Threat Assessment Resources

Learn about research, policy, and practice recommendations for state, district, and school efforts to assess threats and prevent targeted violence.

Mental Health

Explore mental health resources, including reports, best practices, and training materials.

Preventing and Reducing Youth and Young Adult Substance Misuse

Learn how ED helps educational institutions prevent youth substance abuse, and find resources for schools, students, and parents.

Keeping Students Safe Online

A collection of information on cyber safety and cybersecurity, including resources on addressing cybersecurity in school Emergency Operation Plans.

K-12 Cybersecurity

Learn how ED and its cross-government partners are working together to build K-12 cybersecurity resilience.

School Climate and Student Discipline

Improving a school's climate will help keep the community safe and free from discrimination.

Learn how you can improve your school's climate

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Office of Communications and Outreach (OCO)
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March 5, 2026