The warning signs within a developmental and social context that relate to violence and other troubling behaviors in children.
The statutes, regulations, and policies relating to a safe nonviolent school climate. This will include the 2000 SAVE Legislation and 2010 Dignity for All Students Act; Code of Conduct; Uniform Violent Incident Reporting; District-wide Safety Plans, Building-level Emergency Response Plans; Fingerprinting; Whistleblower Protection; Child Abuse Reporting; Teacher Protection and Discipline; Court Notification
Effective classroom management techniques and other academic supports that promote a nonviolent school climate and enhance learning; character education, citizenship and civility.
The integration of social and problem solving skill development for students within the regular curriculum; Approved Health Curriculum
Intervention techniques designed to address a school violence situation.
How to participate in an effective school/community referral process for students exhibiting violent behavior.
Defining, identifying, intervening, and ending bullying in all its forms, including cyberbullying. Identifying ways for all stakeholders to become active school community members who share responsibility for school culture and climate and are proactive in promoting civility, acceptance, and good citizenship.