You are here: OESE Home > Programs/Initiatives > OSHS More Resources MS Word (59K) PDF (36K) TEEN DATING VIOLENCE IN THE UNITED STATES A Fact Sheet for Schools “Our schools need to be safe havens for all students, and it is critical that we provide school leaders with tools and resources to help them become […]
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News and Resources – OSHS
You are here: OESE Home <!–> Programs/Initiatives–> > OSHS> News & Resources The Office of Safe and Healthy Students has a steadily growing inventory of fact sheets and resources. New resources are under development and will be added soon. We also have a Safe & Supportive Schools News Bulletin (ListServ) that we hope you sign […]
Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting: United States Government’s Response-A Fact Sheet for Schools
You are here: OESE Home > Programs/Initiatives > OSHS More Resources MS Word (37K) PDF (27K) FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION/CUTTING: UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT’S RESPONSE What is female genital mutilation or cutting (FGM/C)? Female genital mutilation/cutting refers to all procedures involving partial or total removal of external portions of or other injury to the female genital organs […]
Human Trafficking of Children in the United States-A Fact Sheet for Schools
You are here: OESE Home > Programs/Initiatives > OSHS More Resources MS Word (123K) PDF (36K) Human Trafficking of Children in the United States A Fact Sheet for Schools What Is Human Trafficking? Human trafficking is a serious federal crime with penalties of up to imprisonment for life. Federal law defines "severe forms of trafficking […]
Guides for Developing High-Quality School Emergency Operations Plans – OSHS
It’s critical that we equip our schools and communities with the resources they need to keep our children safe, and these emergency operations plans reflect the Administration’s commitment to provide local leaders with tools to help them do just that. While each school and institution is different and should have the flexibility to address its […]
Frequently Asked Questions
Promoting Student Resilience FAQ’s can be found here. Note: This document has been formally rescinded by the Department and remains available on the web for historical purposes only.
Eligibility
Who May Apply: Eligible applicants are local educational agencies (LEA) or consortia of LEA’s, from a community that has experienced Significant civil unrest.