The problem of developing safe schools has become one of the most pressing educational issues in the U.S. today. At times, concerns for safety may even overshadow the emphasis on learning. It is essential that schools become a safe place so that learning may occur. Counselors play a vital role in school safety. They provide training to faculty and staff, crisis intervention services, and support for students.
Counselors also help design programs aimed at violence prevention and intervention.
While counselors play a key role in school safety, safe school environments can only be developed through the combined efforts of the community, law enforcement, school administration, teachers, students and student s families. We must all work together to ensure that the school environment is a safe environment where learning can occur. The following links provide information and resources on counseling and school safety. Response Training Programs for Crisis Intervention - Response has offered crisis intervention trainings for agencies that work with children, adolescents, adults and elders since 1986. This website is designed to be an ongoing, interactive forum for crisis interveners.