This resource report on the work of the American Psychological Association-commissioned Zero Tolerance Task Force in testing the effectiveness and potential adverse consequences of Zero Tolerance p
This report profiles eleven communities involved in creating community schools. These efforts involve collaboration of education, government and public, private and community-based agencies.
This report presents the findings of a broad-ranging literature review intended to identify, frame, and assess relevant Out-of-School-Time (OST) issues.
This online course examines the causes and effects of bullying, prevention techniques and programs, screening, treatment options, and legal/ethical issues surrounding bullying. It is designed for professionals in education, health and mental health, and related fields. Materials are intended for students in elementary through high school and for community-wide use.
One of a series of briefs written for law enforcement leaders developing juvenile justice programs, this brief highlights the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program as conducted by the Chula Vista, CA,
This policy report includes the New Freedom Commission on Mental Health recommendations, information about reframing how schools address barriers to learning, opportunities to enhance mental health in schools, guidelines for mental health in schools, examples of policy statements for a unified approach in schools, and examples of provisions in federal law that allow districts to redeploy federa
The American Academy of Pediatrics, The National Association of School Nurses
This resource is an online compendium designed to help determine the breadth of school health, mental health, and safety issues, and set priorities for future action.
Feeling stressed? If you or someone you know has been affected by a disaster and needs immediate assistance, please call this toll-free number for information, support, and counseling. You will be connected to the nearest crisis center.
When children, teens, and adults are dealing with the stress from crisis situations, talking may not be enough. These resources provide ideas about what to do you can do at home to help children, family members, and yourself cope.
