Deadline: March 14, 2017 The Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention of the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency has announced the availability of state Delinquency Prevention Programs Funds (formerly referred to as "Violence Prevention Program" Funds) to support evidence-based programming for children and families. Funds are being made available to support the implementation of programs that have been proven effective in reducing or eliminating the risk factors that lead to adolescent problem behaviors.
2017-18 Creating a Healthy School Environment Grant and Awards Program
Application deadline: March 17, 2017 The Highmark Foundation is pleased to announce the 2017-18 Creating a Healthy School Environment Grant and Awards Program. The goal of the program is to create healthier school environments that experience positive, sustainable and lasting change through comprehensive strategies. The program is open to schools (public, private, parochial, charter and vocational), grades K-12, in central, northeast and western Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Apply Now
For nearly two decades, the Center for Safe Schools has been committed to serving as a statewide clearinghouse for schools, law enforcement, parents and others on school safety and youth violence prevention. Through expert staff, as well as access to a network of state and national researchers and practitioners, the Center provides state-of-the-art professional development and technical assistance to schools throughout the Commonwealth.
Free Resources Available from the Pennsylvania State Police
The Domestic Security Division of the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) provides free services to assist schools. For technical assistance, other requests or to sign up for active shooter training contact PSP at ra-pspoffdomesticsecurity@pa.gov.
Risk and Vulnerability Assessments
In an effort to keep our schools safe, crime-free environments and to protect them from a terrorist attack, the Center for Safe Schools would like to make all school administrators aware of RISK AND VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENTS (PDF), an initiative of the Pennsylvania State Police, offered free of charge. Assessments provide comprehensive examinations of physical facilities and operational procedures; identify critical assets, threat potential and vulnerabilities; and offer recommendations to improve security.
