Crisis and Disaster Resources for School Professionals

Resources For School Professionals

 Resources for Coping with Traumatic Events:

National Association of School Psychologists

• Helping Children Cope with Crisis: Care for Caregivers
• Talking to Children about Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers (English)
• Talking to Children about Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers (Spanish)
• Tips for School Administrators on Reinforcing School Safety
• Coping with Crisis: Tips for Parents and Educators
• Coping with Crisis: For children with special needs
• Death: Dealing with a Crisis at School – Practical Suggestions for Educators
• Responsible Media Coverage of Crisis Events

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network

• What Does a Family do to Heal after a Traumatic Event?
• The Effects of Trauma on Schools and Learning
• What is Child Traumatic Stress?
• Child Trauma Toolkit for Educators
• Resources for School Personnel
• The 3Rs of School Crises & Disasters

Other Resources for Trauma Recovery:

• National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)
• Helping Parents Cope with Trauma (CDC, Emergency Response)
• Casualties: Coping with Trauma (CDC, Emergency Response)
• Talking to Children About Traumatic Events (Child Mind Institute)
• Helping Children Cope with Fear and Anxiety (HHS, Office of Head Start)
• After a Disaster, Helping Young Children Heal (NCTSN)
• Dealing with Disasters (Sesame Street)
• Resources for Parents and Caregivers (also in Spanish) (NCTSN)

American Academy of Pediatrics

• Selected resources to help familes cope in the aftermath of tragedy

Department of Education

• Preparing Your School for a Crisis
• Preparing Children for an Emergency

National Education Association

• Help and Healing in a Time of Crisis

Department of Health and Human Services

• Tips for talking to Children After a Disaster: A Guide for Parents and Teachers

Child Care Aware® of America Disaster Related Publications

Other Resources:

• Save the Children
• The American Red Cross