Center for Safe Schools

Become a Sponsor for 2026 World United Against Bullying: A Day of Action, Oct. 5. https://hubs.ly/Q04s891P0

Show your commitment to bullying prevention and safe and supportive environments for students.

• 2025 Day of Action included 200+ attendees.
• Registrants represented at least 65 school districts and educational organizations.
• Participants represented more than 22 states/regions.
• Participation included educators, school administrators, counselors, school safety professionals, community organizations, and student support personnel.

Sponsorship includes an array of benefits to gain awareness among attendees. We can customize sponsorship opportunities as well.

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Are you investing in the right safety priorities? Schedule your comprehensive school safety assessments to learn the best safety investments for your school. https://hubs.ly/Q04r-6Qh0

School safety is about more than responding to today's challenges—it's about building systems that support students, staff, and families for years to come.

But with limited time, competing priorities, and growing expectations, it can be difficult to know where to focus your next investment.

A Comprehensive School Safety Assessment from the Center for Safe Schools (CSS) provides the insight you need to make confident, informed decisions.

Visit the CSS site to request a free estimate.

Schedule by Aug. 15 to receive free 2-hour virtual Act 55 professional development.

Schedule a school safety assessment with CSS by 8/15 and receive free Act 55 professional development! https://hubs.ly/Q04rKRQV0

Career and Technical Centers (CTC) face safety challenges unlike any other educational setting. Every day, students learn in manufacturing shops, construction labs, healthcare training spaces, commercial kitchens, automotive bays, and other specialized environments that require safety planning beyond a traditional school building.

A safe, supportive learning environment begins with understanding where you are today.

A Comprehensive School Safety Assessment from Center for Safe Schools (CSS) provides an independent evaluation of your physical safety, behavioral health, and school climate to help you identify strengths, uncover opportunities for improvement, and prioritize the investments that will have the greatest impact.

With a Center for Safe Schools assessment, you can:
- Gain an objective review from experienced, PCCD-approved assessors.
- Receive practical recommendations tailored to your CTC.
- Prioritize short- and long-term safety investments.
- Strengthen the safety and well-being of students, staff and visitors.

Request a free estimate!

Registration is now OPEN for 2026 Stronger Connections: The Next Chapter - Virtual Summit, Sept. 9! https://hubs.ly/Q04rGRQy0

Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of Stronger Connections and look ahead to sustaining this important work in our schools and communities.

Whether you participated in the Stronger Connections Grant or are committed to strengthening school climate and student wellness, this summit will provide practical strategies, timely insights, and inspiration to continue creating safe, supportive learning environments long after the grant has ended.

Together, we'll celebrate our progress, share what we've learned, and build momentum for the future.

*Even though the school year is just around the corner, we're not quite ready to trade summer for schedules just yet. * 💃☀️

If you're still making time to recharge before students return, you're not alone. One of the best investments we can make before the first bell rings is in ourselves.
The Breathe For Change Teacher Conference is a great opportunity to learn practical strategies for self-care, mindfulness, and educator well-being that can support you throughout the school year.

Taking care of yourself isn't a luxury! It's part of creating safe, supportive, and resilient school communities.

Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q04rc9MP0

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☀️ International Self-Care Day | July 24 ☀️

Summer offers a valuable opportunity for educators and school staff to pause, recharge, and invest in their own well-being before the start of a new school year.

Prioritizing self-care helps build resilience, reduce stress, and prepare you to support students, colleagues, and your school community with renewed energy and focus.

Whether it's spending time outdoors, reading for pleasure, connecting with loved ones, or simply slowing down, remember that caring for yourself is an important part of caring for others.

As you enjoy the summer months, take time to refill your cup. Your well-being matters, and your work is stronger when you have the opportunity to recharge.

Tomorrow is International Self-Care Day!

Before the new school year begins, what's one thing you've done so far this summer to recharge? Whether it's reading a 📖book, spending time with 🎉family, exploring the 🏕️outdoors, or simply taking time to ⛱️rest, we'd love to hear how you're investing in your well-being.

Share your answer in the comments!

Community Youth Organizations (CYO) can help prevent bullying beyond the school day with the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program. https://hubs.ly/Q04nDrW30

The friendships, conflicts, and bullying behaviors young people experience at school often continue into afterschool programs, camps, recreation programs, mentoring organizations, and other community youth settings.

CYOs have a unique opportunity to reinforce positive behaviors and create an environment where every young person feels safe, respected, and included.

The OBPP Community Youth Organization Coach Course provides an evidence-based framework to help staff and volunteers build a proactive approach to bullying prevention and strengthen your organization's culture. Our next course is September 22-23, Camp Hill, PA.

Explore the course and see how it can support your organization.

June 1 is the recommended registration deadline for the June 15–17 Olweus Bullying Prevention Program (OBPP) School Coach Course. https://hubs.ly/Q04jq10w0

Participants who register by June 1 will receive access to pre-course materials to help prepare for training and implementation planning.

The course includes:
• 22 hours of guided instruction
• Ongoing consultation and support
• The Olweus Bullying Questionnaire and reporting tools
• A structured framework for schoolwide implementation

Take the next step toward building a more consistent and effective bullying prevention strategy in your school.

If June does not work for you, new course dates have been added:
✅July 6-8 – Farrell, PA
✅Oct. 13-15 – Virtual

The Olweus Bullying Prevention Program (OBPP) School Coach Course is more than professional development—it's the first step in building a sustainable, schoolwide bullying prevention system.

After completing the course, schools gain access to research-based tools and ongoing support to guide implementation, including:
✔ The Olweus Bullying Questionnaire (OBQ), with annual student survey data reports and an upcoming interactive dashboard to help measure progress.
✔ A comprehensive library of implementation guides, team resources, and classroom materials.
✔ An experienced OBPP mentor to provide consultation and support throughout the implementation process.

The next virtual School Coach Course is June 15–17. Register by June 1 to access pre-course materials and begin preparing for implementation.

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