The Colorado Office of School Safety (OSS) has released its June 2025 E-Update, packed with timely information and resources for promoting safe and positive school environments across the state.
This month's update features crucial details on:
The number of confirmed measles cases in Colorado has increased.
Enhance your school's emergency preparedness! We're sharing a valuable CISA School Safety virtual training that features a facilitated discussion with school security experts. Learn practical strategies for assessing existing plans, making impactful updates even with limited resources, identifying key planning partners, and cultivating a robust safety culture among students and staff. A must-watch for anyone involved in K-12 safety.
Colorado has taken a significant step to support students with dyslexia by enacting a new law requiring universal screenings in all schools starting in the 2027-28 school year. This landmark legislation, signed by Governor Jared Polis, aims to identify the most common learning disability early, ensuring affected children receive the necessary interventions to thrive academically.
Schools and law enforcement nationwide are alerting families to a hazardous TikTok trend, dubbed the "Chromebook Challenge," where students intentionally harm school-issued laptops. This trend involves inserting objects into the USB ports, which can cause the devices to short-circuit, emit smoke, and even ignite.
A comprehensive new report led by researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder identifies five crucial strategies for enhancing safety in K-12 schools. The 59-page report synthesizes findings from approximately 100 research projects on school safety efforts, providing evidence-based answers to vital questions.
The study explores the impact of common measures like lockdown drills and metal detectors, offers guidance on responding to warning signs of potential violence, and identifies the most effective strategies for preventing bullying.
Interesting insights shared from recent Student-Staff Safety Summits hosted by the Colorado School Safety Resource Center. Student concerns regarding belongingness, social media, and substance use were captured. Summaries of student reports are now available, read all about the Student-Staff Summit.
Heads up, Colorado schools!
