The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA’s) Office for Bombing Prevention (OBP) develops and delivers a diverse curriculum of training, awareness products, and technical assistance. These resources provide K-12 schools and districts with products, tools, and Counter-Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) strategies to protect, prevent, mitigate, and respond to bombing threats. Resource: Download a Bombing Prevention …
Category: Communication
Among educators, there is virtually unanimous agreement (96%) that reliable, effective, and ever-present communication is critical when dealing with emergencies. This section provides resources to support communication in school safety preparedness, response, and recovery efforts.
Social Media Threat Guidance for School Staff and Authorities (CISA) [December 2023]
Technology has revolutionized the American school system, making education more accessible than ever before. However, the advancements and accessibility of various social media platforms continue to reveal new vulnerabilities and security gaps within the school threat landscape. In the United States, social media-based threats to school districts continue to rise; in 2022, school districts reported …
Strong As Granite. A Stronger You, A Stronger New Hampshire (DHHS) [December 2023]
The following toolkit provides media assets to spread awareness about mental health and substance use resources via marketing channels, as we work together to make New Hampshire a national leader in behavioral health acceptance, support, and destigmatization. Strong as Granite is a platform that’s raising awareness for the depth and breadth of mental health and …
2023 National Summit on K-12 School Safety and Security Resource Guide (CISA) [November 2023]
The National Summit on K-12 School Safety and Security, hosted by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) on November 1-2, 2023, brought federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial school leaders together to share actionable recommendations that enhance safe and supportive learning environments in kindergarten through grade 12 (K-12) schools. Through expert panels, master class …
Back to School Campaign Communications Toolkit (SchoolSafety.gov) [August 2023]
SchoolSafety.gov is a collaborative, interagency website created by the Federal government to provide schools and districts with actionable recommendations to create safe and supportive learning environments for students and educators. The site serves as a one-stop access point for information, resources, guidance, and evidence-based practices on a range of school safety topics. Through the site, …
NHED Releases 603 Bright Futures Survey Results (NHED) [June 2023]
Parents praise respectful student/educator relationships, however student dysregulation, anxiousness remain a concern CONCORD, NH — The New Hampshire Department of Education (NHED) is releasing the results of its 603 Bright Futures Survey, which was administered this spring. The annual survey provides valuable feedback from educators, families, and community members across the state on the successes, …
Improving School Safety Through Bystander Reporting: A Toolkit for Strengthening K-12 Reporting Programs (NTAC and CISA) [May 2023]
The U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC), in partnership with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), released the K-12 Bystander Reporting Toolkit. This new resource offers simple strategies and guidance to implement or enhance school safety reporting programs and foster a school environment in which students are more willing and able to …
Public Information Officer – Resources (NH HSEM) [December 2022]
FEMA – Emergency Management Institute (EMI) The Emergency Management Institute (EMI) Public Information Officer (PIO) training program is designed to provide PIOs with the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities to support proper decision-making by delivering the right message, to the right people, at the right time. Public information is a vital function in disaster operations …
Text to 911 (NH DESC) [August 2023]
Text to 911 is FOR EMERGENCIES ONLY! Text to 911 Information Text to 911 allows residents in dangerous situations who are unable to risk the noise of a call to send a text for help. This will help save lives and must be used responsibly. Texting should only be used when a voice call is not …
Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Registration (NH DESC) [June 2022]
Why register AEDs? It is critical to make AEDs accessible in emergencies and NH state law (RSA 153-A:33) requires owners to register their devices with the Department of Safety within 30 days of acquisition. By registering new devices, it ensures AEDs will be accessible in emergencies and enables our 9-1-1 dispatchers to accurately direct callers to a nearby AED.
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