School violence and the resulting intense media coverage bring school safety issues to the forefront for all of us. However, children, in particular, may experience anxiety, fear, and a sense of personal risk. Knowing how to talk with your child about school safety issues can play an important role in easing fear and anxiety for your child.

The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) offers the article accessed through the link below to guide parents through discussions about school violence.

National Association of School Psychologists article, "Talking to Children About Violence."

Additionally, the following are social-emotional learning resources recommended by the Oregon Department of Education.

For All Ages:

• Oregon's Transformative Social and Emotional Learning Framework & Standards

• ODE Mental Health Guidance

• Learning for Justice: Let's Talk

• Helping Your Students Cope With a Violent World

• How to Talk to Kids About Violence, Crime, and War

• Talking to Your Kids About War

For Elementary/Middle School Students:

• Learning for Justice: When Bad Things Are Happening

• Resilience in a time of war: Tips for parents and teachers of elementary school children

• Resilience in a time of war: Tips for parents and teachers of middle school children