THE FOUR PILLARS
OF
SCHOOL SAFETY
A Transformative Approach to School Safety
SAFETY & SECURITY
The Safety and Security Pillar focuses on the most innovative and effective internal and external building hardening solutions. Emphasis is on effective safety drills, threat mitigation, and comprehensive training practices
EMPOWERMENT
The Empowerment Pillar focuses on meeting the needs of all students by recognizing individual strengths, abilities, and experiences. It removes barriers by creating opportunities for all students to contribute and shape a learning environment where their potential is fully realized.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
The Behavioral Health Pillar focuses on the resources that social workers provide. Social workers assist with social, emotional, behavioral, mental health and substance abuse concerns. They provide ongoing support to those in need.
STUDENT ADVOCACY
The Student Advocacy Pillar focuses the importance of advocating for students. The student advocacy approach relies on effective alternative solutions to the criminal justice system for students facing minor criminal charges .