The Colorado Office of School Safety is highlighting an important educational resource from the Problem Gambling Coalition of Colorado (PGCC). Understanding the intersection of neurodiversity and addictive behaviors is essential for creating safe and supportive environments for students and community members.
The Colorado Office of School Safety is sharing resources from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
This is to highlight that recovery is possible and multiple pathways to treatment exist. The theme for this year is Treatment Works! Find the Path that Works for You.
Schools play an important role in preventing human trafficking and making mandatory reports of child abuse if they know or suspect a child is being abused to 844-CO-4-KIDS or local law enforcement. Fortunately, there are several trainings on the identification of human trafficking.
Knowing whether to reach out for behavioral health support or emergency services.
This is critical to ensuring the appropriate response and care. While both numbers provide vital support, they focus on different types of crises.
The OSS is committed to building safe, supportive, and inclusive environments for all students. To that end, we are proud to share an important new resource from our partners at the Transformative Justice Project of Colorado (TJP)!
Here are the top five things you need to know to start the new year prepared and informed:
1. Greeley Mini-Summit for Educators (Jan 20-21, 2026)
The Office of School Safety strongly encourages all school administrators and safety partners to review a critical new co-branded report: "The State of Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management in K–12 Public Schools."
With recent changes impacting SNAP benefits for Colorado families, many are facing increased challenges in keeping their tables full. It is crucial to know that help is available right here in our state.
November Update: School Safety Events, New Team Member, & Critical Training Opportunities!
Happy November, Colleagues! The Office of School Safety is gearing up for a busy month focused on making our schools safer and more supportive.
Don't Miss These Critical Events: