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CSPV Launches New Impact Report: Proven Strategies Show Prevention Is Possible

October marks Safe Schools Month, a crucial time to reinforce our commitment to student safety.

Safer Schools Together to Host Critical Webinar on Radicalization

Safe Schools Summit presentation on Educator Safety by renowned expert, Dorothy L. Espelage, Ph.D.

Dr. Espelage will share key insights and data from two national surveys on violence against educators and school staff. Her session will highlight the significant impact of this aggression on staff well-being, retention, and student success.

CISA School Safety to Host Virtual Training on Enhancing Behavioral Threat Assessment in K-12 Schools

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) School Safety will host a virtual training on Thursday, October 16, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EDT, focused on strengthening behavioral threat assessment and management (BTAM) practices in K-12 schools.

"Be Awkward... Ask." 

This isn't just a tagline—it's a life-saving message from our community. The Office of School Safety is proud to support Larimer County's campaign to reduce gun violence among young people.

Our hearts go out to the victims, students, staff and community in Evergreen. The staff at the Office of School Safety would like to remind parents to limit the amount of coverage your children see in the media about this event.  You will want to answer their questions in a developmentally appropriate manner and reassure them that their schools are considering their safety every single day. Many children will need extra assurance from adults in their lives.  Thank you!

Encouraging news from The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE)

The suicide rate for youth ages 10 to 18 has fallen to its lowest point since 2007. In 2024, the rate was 5.85 deaths per 100,000 youth, a significant decrease from the peak rate of 12.91 in 2020.

Join us for the annual Youth Suicide Prevention Symposium!

Hosted by the Colorado Office of School Safety and the Office of Suicide Prevention at CDPHE, this year’s symposium will take place in person on Thursday, November 13th, 2025, at the Lowry Conference Center in Denver.

This is a critical opportunity for professionals to gain insights from leading experts in the field. Our confirmed keynote speakers include:

Attention all mandatory reporters in Colorado!

The Mandatory Reporter Training WBT has been newly redesigned and updated to align with the changes to Colorado's mandatory reporting laws in 2025. This two-hour training is crucial for understanding your responsibilities and making informed decisions.

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