Tag: First Responder

Anonymized Threat Response Guidance (CISA) [March 2025]

The “Anonymized Threat Response Guidance: A Toolkit for K-12 Schools” can help K-12 schools and law enforcement and community partners create tailored approaches to addressing anonymous threats of violence, including those received on social media. The toolkit outlines steps that school leaders can take to assess and respond to anonymous threats and better prepare for …

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School Safety Security Bulletin-Spring 2025 (NHIAC) [March 2025]

In accordance with recommendations from Governor Sununu’s School Safety Task Force, the New Hampshire Information & Analysis Center (NHIAC) has developed a biannual School Safety and Security Bulletin that provides schools with the latest safety and security related information. Resource: Download the Spring School Safety & Security Bulletin here.

Federal Resources for Safer School-Based Active Shooter Drills (DOE, DHHS, DHS) [January 2025]

The U.S. Departments of Education, Health and Human Services, and Homeland Security have released new resources to help schools design and implement active shooter drills. These materials focus on improving preparedness while supporting the emotional well-being of school communities. Resources below: The CISA K-12 Active Shooter Drills and Programs Landscape Assessment provides an overview of …

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The Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (CP3) Presents: Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Strategies from Practice to Policy (DHS) [January 2025]

Join us for our first Prevention Forum of 2025! This Forum will focus on behavioral threat assessment and management (BTAM) strategies and how BTAM strengthens our nation’s prevention abilities across every level of government, the private sector, and in local communities. BTAM programs use a multidisciplinary and structured process to identify, inquire, assess, and manage …

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School Door and Window Labeling Recommendations (NH HSEM) [January 2025]

The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management in cooperation with the NH Fire and Police Chiefs Association, City of Manchester Police Department, NH Department of Education, and the NH Fire Marshall’s Office has endorsed a model system for the labeling or doors, windows, and other access points in NH schools. It is recommended that …

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Secure Lock Box Info Sheet (NHFMO) [January 2025]

Schools should consider installing a secure lock box in a safe location away from the building, such as near the driveway entrance, that allows the school to store critical access information and tools for predetermined, rapid response to school incidents. Resource: Download an information sheet from the NH Fire Marshal’s Office here.

Emergency Evacuation Go Kits (HSEM) [January 2025]

In case of an emergency evacuation, it is critical that every classroom and the administration maintaina “go kit,” a self-contained and portable stockpile of emergency supplies, often placed in a backpack orbucket and left in a readily accessible but secure location so that it is ready to “go.” The school safety planshould reference the go …

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After a Suicide: A Toolkit for Schools (AFSP) [December 2024]

This resource provides information for school administrators and other school staff who wish to implement a coordinated response to the suicide. The toolkit provides information on how best to communicate and support the school community and manage the crisis response. Also found in the toolkit is information on helping students cope, communicating with parents, working …

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Back-to-School Campaign (SchoolSafety.gov) [September 2024]

Explore resources to help prepare for a safe return to school. SchoolSafety.gov’s Back-to-School Campaign highlights resources and guidance that K-12 school leaders, educators, staff, and parents and caregivers can use to help prepare for a safe return to school. The campaign aims to empower K-12 communities to use SchoolSafety.gov tools and resources before, during, and …

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Enhancing School Safety Using Behavioral Threat Assessment (USSS) [April 2024]

The U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) is pleased to offer virtual training presentations on targeted violence prevention which include Behavioral Threat Assessment and Preventing Mass Attacks in Our Communities. This training is being offered virtually. Resource: For more information and the dates/times of the training, please click here.