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fromGothamist
6 days ago

Child's death prompts new law mandating NY schools to plan for heart attacks

New York public schools must develop emergency plans for cardiac incidents, ensuring accessibility and training for defibrillators.
fromThe Oaklandside
6 days ago

Oakland Unified hires first executive director of safety

Oakland Unified School District appointed Nelson Alegria as executive director for school safety, focusing on racial justice in school safety reform.
#crime
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Teen busted with loaded gun at NYC high school was being hunted in Harlem murder

A 16-year-old student was arrested with a loaded gun at school and is wanted for a previous fatal shooting.
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago

'We want answers': Parents protest over asbestos fears at P.S. 176 in Dyker Heights * Brooklyn Paper

Ongoing school construction at P.S. 176 allegedly exposed students to asbestos, prompting protests and calls for Principal Culkin's removal.
Public health
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 weeks ago

School children stand up to Croydon Council in lollipop patrol protest

Parents and children protested against Croydon Council's decision to remove school crossing patrols, particularly supporting a lollipop man dedicated to their safety.
fromSecuritymagazine
3 weeks ago

Britney Fortner: Relationships Are Key in Security

"When both of those events took place, we as an intelligence center started asking ourselves: what could we do to mitigate these risks and these threats?"
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

Video captures ICE agents allegedly urinating on Pico Rivera school grounds in broad daylight

ICE agents allegedly urinated on school grounds adjacent to a preschool and elementary school.
#sexual-misconduct
SF parents
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

San Jose school employee arrested on suspicion of molesting students

A school employee was arrested for allegedly molesting students, highlighting concerns about student safety.
SF parents
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

San Jose school employee arrested on suspicion of molesting students

A school employee was arrested for allegedly molesting students, highlighting concerns about student safety.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Please get an abortion, East Bay school official allegedly told his teen rape victim. But the cops heard everything

Gerard Flaherty allegedly expressed his fear of facing jail time if the girl continued with her pregnancy, stating, 'I would go to jail if that happened.' He seemed panicked, worried about the implications for his life and family.
Public health
#mental-health
fromChalkbeat
4 weeks ago
Canada news

Lawsuit challenges Trump administration's $1 billion cut to school mental health funding

fromChalkbeat
4 weeks ago
Canada news

Lawsuit challenges Trump administration's $1 billion cut to school mental health funding

fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

Germany updates: Schools call for heat wave measures DW 07/01/2025

Anja Bensinger-Stolze stated that there must be uniform occupational health and safety regulations for students and school employees, ensuring their protection during heat waves.
Education
#education
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Social justice

Ontario could mandate putting police officers in some schools. These parents are pushing back | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Social justice

Ontario could mandate putting police officers in some schools. These parents are pushing back | CBC News

#new-york-city
fromChalkbeat
3 months ago
NYC parents

Pop-up program to detect weapons in NYC schools has a big problem: broken metal detectors

fromChalkbeat
3 months ago
NYC parents

Pop-up program to detect weapons in NYC schools has a big problem: broken metal detectors

fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Evita Sings for the People in London; Gangs in Peru Target Schools

Gang extortion targeting private schools in Peru has intensified since the COVID-19 pandemic.
fromwww.dailybreeze.com
1 month ago

Ex-employee charged after hidden cameras found in restrooms at Califronia dance school

A former employee of the School of Dance and Music in Hermosa Beach has been arrested for child molestation and possession of child pornography after hidden cameras were found in restrooms.
NYC parents
#gun-violence
SF parents
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Some students at FSU shooting are Parkland massacre survivors, victim's dad says: 'America is broken'

Gun violence continues to impact survivors of previous shootings, as seen in the recent incident at Florida State University.
SF parents
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Some students at FSU shooting are Parkland massacre survivors, victim's dad says: 'America is broken'

Gun violence continues to impact survivors of previous shootings, as seen in the recent incident at Florida State University.
fromwww.npr.org
7 years ago

DeVos On School Safety; A New Leader For Education's Civil Rights Office

Betsy DeVos missed the school safety commission meeting while attending a conference in Switzerland, raising questions about prioritizing school safety initiatives.
fromwww.npr.org
7 years ago

As '13 Reasons Why' Returns, Schools Try To Help Students Who Are Thinking Of Suicide

Concerns rise as '13 Reasons Why' season 2 premieres, with experts stressing schools' role in mental health and suicide prevention.
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

French education minister urges focus on mental health of pupils after knife attack

In the wake of the assault, authorities promised a raft of measures to tackle knife crime among children.
France politics
NYC parents
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Brooklyn Parents Push for Paris-Style School Street - Streetsblog New York City

Local parents propose converting a dangerous street into a cul-de-sac to enhance safety for children commuting to school.
France politics
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

France eyes social media ban for under-15s after school stabbing

Macron proposes a ban on social media for children under 15 to improve safety and mental health amid increasing violence in schools.
#graz-shooting
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Graz, Austria, school shooting: What we know about the victims, shooter

This tragic shooting in Graz marks the deadliest mass shooting in Austria's history, claiming the lives of at least ten individuals, including the perpetrator.
Germany news
#youth-violence
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Revealed: More than 700 children as young as 10 caught with knives and firearms in London schools

Over 700 children caught with weapons in London schools highlights ongoing youth violence and the need for preventive measures.
NYC parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

LAUSD will deploy school police to set up safe zones around campuses, graduations amid ICE raids

Los Angeles school police will create safety perimeters to prevent immigration enforcement around campuses and school events.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Former Hopkinton deputy police chief John 'Jay' Porter found guilty of child rape

The defendant in this case abused his position of power to take advantage of and manipulate a child to gain her trust before sexually assaulting her on multiple occasions.
Boston
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Man Arrested After Making Multiple Threats to Petaluma School Official Over Pride Flags

A man threatened to execute a school official over Pride flags, leading to felony charges and heightened security measures in Petaluma schools.
UK news
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
1 month ago

School worker who called police about Child Q denies wanting strip search

Child Q was strip searched without legal grounds or appropriate adult supervision, leading to concerns about police misconduct.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

15-year-old dies after being pinned by car at Studio City school, police say; 5 others hurt

A 15-year-old boy was tragically killed in a parking lot collision at Campbell Hall, with several others injured, prompting a community outpouring of support.
NYC parents
NYC politics
fromChalkbeat
1 month ago

Staffing shortages and the future of school safety: Mayoral candidates weigh in

The decline of NYPD school safety agents highlights a significant shift in NYC's approach to school safety amid evolving educational and political dynamics.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Child Q strip-search surprised school, panel told

The police strip search of Child Q raised severe concerns regarding conduct and the treatment of students in schools.
#croydon-council
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

SoCal boy takes a round of ammo to school; dad is under arrest, officials say

A Moorpark man was arrested after his son brought a bullet to school, highlighting severe child endangerment and firearm safety issues.
#assault
fromsilive
3 months ago
NYC parents

School safety agent charged with punching man at high school on Staten Island

SF parents
fromwww.pressenterprise.com
2 months ago

2 supervisors, 1 student assaulted at California high school by family, police say

Family members of a student committed trespass and assault at Martin Luther King High School during a conflict escalation.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Teacher's aide implicated in Brooklyn school attack

A teacher's aide allegedly conspired with her brother to attack a student over a complaint, leading to serious injuries and trauma for the victim.
fromsilive
3 months ago
NYC parents

School safety agent charged with punching man at high school on Staten Island

fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Pervy middle school teacher accused of sexually abusing student, 12, caught sneaking into school dance disguised as an old woman

A Michigan teacher was arrested for sexual abuse of a student, attempting to sneak into a school event in disguise.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

12-Year-Old Found with Gun at Williamsburg School, Faces Charges: NYPD

A 12-year-old boy was arrested for bringing an unloaded gun to a middle school, but no injuries occurred.
#tiktok-challenge
NYC parents
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Students, teacher taken to hospital after TikTok challenge goes awry at Providence school

A TikTok trend led to students and staff being hospitalized due to inhaling smoke from tampered laptops.
NYC parents
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Students, teacher taken to hospital after TikTok challenge goes awry at Providence school

A TikTok trend led to students and staff being hospitalized due to inhaling smoke from tampered laptops.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

San Francisco school hit with second mysterious fire

Lafayette Elementary School in San Francisco suffered a second mysterious playground fire, raising safety concerns and leading to investigations.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
2 months ago

12-Year-Old Arrested After Bringing Gun To NYC School, Police Say

A 12-year-old brought a gun to a Brooklyn school but was arrested; the gun was unloaded and no injuries occurred.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

I was stabbed aged 15 - schools need to do more to protect their pupils'

Natashia Lee, a stabbing victim, seeks to improve school safety to prevent others from experiencing trauma similar to hers.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Parent gives class full of kids alcoholic Jell-O shots - the second such case in one month

The incident comes shortly after a similar situation where a Texas mother brought spiked Jell-O to her daughter's class, raising concerns over children's safety.
Cocktails
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Terrified Long Island students forced to finish finals as armed police swept halls during chaotic lockdown

Students at Long Beach High School faced confusion and trauma during a lockdown due to a hoax shooting threat.
SF parents
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Teens arrested after Tennessee gamer reports hearing plot to attack CA school in online chat

A gaming chat led to the foiling of a school attack plot by alerting authorities about two teenagers in California.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Teens are still setting fire to Chromebooks for TikTok clout

The #ChromebookChallenge has rapidly spread across the country, leading to serious health risks for students and alarming consequences from school administrations.
OMG science
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Long Island schools under 'lockout' after AR-15 threat from bullied teen - schools say it's a hoax

The police were able to determine this morning that the caller was not the alumnus of the high school, who has a fairly common name.
NYC parents
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Boy, 14, accused of fatally shooting innocent scooter-riding teen girl in NYC schoolyard ordered held in jail

A 14-year-old boy faces second-degree murder charges for fatally shooting a 16-year-old girl in a Bronx schoolyard brawl.
fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago

Student found with gun, ammo on campus at California middle school

Fountain Valley police detained three sixth-grade students at Vista View Middle School after one was found with a semiautomatic handgun in their backpack, indicating a serious concern over potential weapons on school property.
SF parents
NYC parents
fromsilive
2 months ago

'Someone is going to get hurt': Neighbor warns of worsening traffic issues near this Staten Island school

Traffic congestion around PS 32 is significantly impacting residents' daily lives, leading to frustration and safety concerns.
SF parents
fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago

Teen charged with murder, assault in California high school stabbings that killed 1, injured 2

A tragic gang-related stabbing incident near Santa Ana High resulted in a death and multiple injuries, highlighting the dangers of youth violence.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Elementary schoolers were evacuated from an N.H. classroom. Then the roof fell in.

Carpenter Elementary School's staff evacuated students safely before a ceiling collapse, preventing any injuries.
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Kids are short-circuiting their school-issued Chromebooks for TikTok clout

The Chromebook Challenge, driven by TikTok, has led students to intentionally damage their school laptops, causing fires and even injuries.
Gadgets
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Brooklyn boy, 16, busted for making threats to schools in Texas and targeting family of Uvalde massacre victim

The 16-year-old boy was picked up May 1 at his Brooklyn home and charged with one felony count of making terroristic threats.
NYC parents
fromFast Company
2 months ago

'The school has to be evacuated': Connecticut students are setting their Chromebooks on fire for TikTok

Students in Connecticut are filming themselves damaging school Chromebooks to create viral content, leading to several school fire evacuations.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC parents picket school over 8-year-old who allegedly stabbed staffer, pretends to shoot classmates

Parents protested against a disruptive child in a gifted class at PS 8, fearing for their children's safety.
The boy allegedly made violent threats and exhibited troubling behaviors.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

East Bay school employee arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting an underage student: police

East Bay school employee arrested for sexually assaulting student, prompting police to investigate further and seek information from the public.
fromTODAY.com
3 months ago

3 things parents need to know to protect their kids from hazing

Fitzpatrick described the hazing incident where students from Westhill High School lured younger teammates then staged a kidnapping prank involving fake weapons.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

15-year-old boy knifed in the chest and left for dead just blocks from Queens high school campus

The sudden violence in broad daylight has alarmed the community, highlighting concerns about safety near educational institutions.
NYC parents
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Student allegedly discharges 'possible firearm' in Marina del Rey classroom

A firearm was reportedly discharged accidentally at a school in Marina del Rey, resulting in no injuries and a brief lockdown.
fromsilive
3 months ago

Parents at Staten Island school call on DOE to 'step in' over classroom safety concerns

Parents of students at PS 8 are concerned about safety issues in the classroom and are demanding action from school officials.
fromwww.thelocal.ch
3 months ago

Should Swiss students be taught shooting skills in schools?

"In March 2024, MP Nils Fiechter of the Swiss People's Party proposed introducing mandatory firearms training in primary schools, arguing that the skills ensure readiness in case of invasion."
Germany politics
fromNews 12 - Default
3 months ago

East Flatbush school sees safety upgrades following a bus crash that injured student and mother

It’s been a community effort, kind of grassroots, and we’re just glad that the congresswoman, the councilwoman, everyone kind of came to answer our requests and prayers.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

16-year-old stabbed by fellow student at West Potomac High School in Virginia, hospitalized with life-threatening injuries

A 16-year-old boy was hospitalized following a stab wound inflicted by a classmate at West Potomac High School, highlighting serious concerns over school safety.
SF parents
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Preventing Violence at School: Spotting Early Warning Signs

Younger offenders are more frequently thwarted when they leak plans for violence through communication channels, particularly prior to school shootings.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Arizona teacher Eric Curtis Chapman smirks in court after being accused of sex crimes against students

A teacher in Arizona faces multiple child sex crime charges, including filming sexual acts with students.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

FSU Mass Shooting Survivor Chokes Up On NBC Hallie Jackson

Mass shooting at Florida State University resulted in two deaths and five injuries, with emotional accounts from survivors.
SF LGBT
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

School board president tells emotional girl to 'wrap it up' after she recounts trans athlete experience

Emotional debate surrounds the rights of transgender athletes in locker rooms, highlighting privacy concerns for cisgender female students.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Milwaukee's Lead Crisis: Flaky Paint, Closed Schools and a C.D.C. in Retreat

Milwaukee faces a severe lead crisis in schools amid federal assistance cutbacks, leaving children's health vulnerable and investigations into unsafe conditions unresolved.
#dallas
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Dallas Cowboys

School Shooting Suspect Slipped Past Security via Unsecured Door, Police Say

A 17-year-old was able to bypass security, injuring five students in a Dallas high school shooting.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago
Dallas Cowboys

Dallas, TX high school shooting suspect walked toward group in hall, opened fire, now charged

A Dallas high school shooting injured four students, with the suspect entering through an unsecured door.
NYC parents
fromNewsNation
3 months ago

'Bleeding all over': Autistic man punched at New York school

An NYPD school safety agent allegedly assaulted an autistic man, leaving him injured at a Staten Island high school.
#child-exploitation
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Day Around the Bay: Big Rig Flips Over on Highway 29 and Snarls Calistoga Traffic

Cal's star running back Jaydn Ott is leaving Cal through the transfer portal, which comes after quarterback Fernando Mendoza also transferred to Indiana. This situation poses challenges for the team, likely impacting their performance for the upcoming season.
San Francisco
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