Baltimore County Public Schools

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School Safety

Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) is committed to providing safe and supportive learning environments for all students. The district continues to take proactive measures that help build positive school climates and ensure student and staff safety. This critical work requires collaboration across the system and partnership with all Team BCPS students, parents/guardians and staff.

Family and Community Resources for Speaking with Children About Traumatic Events

After a School Shooting Resources - American School Counselor Association (ASCA) 
Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers (nasponline.org) 
How Children Cope with Ongoing Threat and Trauma

Important Safety Resources

Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation
Report A Tip—Maryland Center for School Safety
BCPS Student Handbook
Virtual Calming Room
Frequently Asked Questions on School Safety and Climate
Parent University

Watch the December 1, 2022, Community Conversation on Middle School Safety

View the PowerPoint Presentation

Watch the October 13, 2022, Virtual Town Hall on Safe an Supportive Environments Elementary

Watch the October 13, 2022, Virtual Town Hall on Safe an Supportive Environments Secondary

Virtual Community Conversations on School Safety and Climate

Watch the October 13, 2021, Districtwide Virtual Town Hall on School Safety

Watch the December 13, 2021, Virtual Town Hall on School Safety for East Zone Schools

Watch the December 15, 2021 Virtual Town Hall on School Safety for Central Zone Schools

Watch the December 16, 2021 Virtual Town Hall on School Safety for West Zone Schools

Community Messages and Presentations

December 3, 2021, Community Update: A Message From Superintendent Williams on School Safety