The Massachusetts Department of Public Health's Injury Prevention and Control Program requests the participation of your schools in Violence Prevention Month, May 1998 . Violence prevention can be achieved through the combined efforts of many individuals and state or community-based agencies, such as schools. Although violence may seem overwhelming, our efforts will make the difference.
Every school is encouraged to conduct activities appropriate for their needs and setting.
Enclosed you will also find an Event Description Form to help us publicize events that are occurring around the state. We encourage you to duplicate and distribute the enclosed materials to principals, guidance counselors, nurses and other members of the school community who could contribute making Violence Prevention Month a success. Thank you very much for your participation. Every community has a range of expertise on violence and how to prevent it. Invite representatives from law enforcement, domestic violence, conflict resolution or counseling programs who can speak to students and staff.