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The Behavioral Threat Assessment Model was created to address concerns about school violence. This model is unique compared to previous models, focusing more on longitudinal factors to mitigate threats before they manifest. Since it is often a classmate or staff member who sees early warning signs of a student in distress and at risk of committing an act of violence, communication between all members in a school is necessary…

Similar to adults, students are just as likely to encounter trauma either through personal experience or indirect knowledge of disasters that have occurred. These traumatic events can include the death of a family member, classmate, or teacher, violent event and a natural disaster. Unlike adults, however, students cope with trauma differently and often experience grief or symptoms of trauma at different time periods…

Mass shootings or any type of violent event that targets our schools can have a devastating impact on students, parents, school staff, and the community. The Texas School Safety Center has compiled a list of resources^* to assist parents/caregivers, teachers, and school administrators in helping students who are experiencing trauma, confusion, or fear in the aftermath of violence.