School Safety Research and Tips

Today's media reports can leave you wondering, "How safe are schools?" and "What can parents, students, staff members, and teachers do to minimize dangers on campus?" School safety and research tips can help you find the answers and sense of security you're looking for.

Classroom Safety Information

Classrooms at every grade level have some similar and unique safety concerns to keep in mind. Simple things like school decoration safety can go a long way in preventing any accidents or injuries at school.

• Art classroom health and safety is often overlooked, but these rooms may include toxic chemicals and hazardous tools.
• Make sure you have a safe science classroom that includes safety goggles for students and labels featuring lab safety symbols.
• Be prepared for emergencies by creating a classroom safety lockdown kit that will keep kids healthy during natural disasters.

School Campus Safety and Security Practices

School safety advocates stand on both sides of safety debates like whether there's a need for campus security, if districts should keep security cameras out of classrooms, or if there should be cameras on school buses. As new research and resources become available, you may change your mind about which side you stand on. Common school campus security resources can be found in most school districts regardless of location or populations size.

• Crisis management training for teachers and school staff members helps get all school employees on the same page for emergencies.
• A school safety plan shows the procedure for dealing with specific emergencies and drills or training that reinforces them.
• Rules for school district safety and other school properties like school parking lot rules help keep everyone safe throughout the campus.
• Schools often apply for school security grants to help pay for safety devices, equipment, and training.

School Safety Printables for Teachers and Kids

It's also important for teachers to include school safety lessons in their regular lesson plans so kids can learn to keep themselves safe. School safety materials can be free, fun, and useful at the same time.

• Back to school safety worksheets include important reminders for heading back to the classroom and can be made into fun workbooks.
• Preschool kids can learn the basic rules of riding the school bus to and from school or on field trips with bus safety lesson plans for preschool.
• Bus safety printables, like crossword puzzles and coloring pages, help elementary school kids brush up on safe ways to board and ride a bus.

Keeping Schools Safe

Each year, it seems as if new data is released regarding safety in schools. School safety research and tips can help you put a plan in a secure place regarding safety to and from school or decide what type of school is safest for your child. The more you know about safety practices and statistics at schools, the safer all children will be.