Physical Safety in the Building
The Office of Communications & Public Relations has compiled information for families and the public on active emergencies. The Active Emergency Information page provides accurate and timely information during an emergency.
Here are some resources for parents on bullying at school:
- StopBullying.gov: This website, run by the U.S. government, provides information and resources for parents, educators, and kids on how to address and prevent bullying.
- PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center: PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center offers resources and information for parents, educators, and students on how to prevent and address bullying, including a helpline for children and teenagers.
- The Bully Project: The Bully Project is a nationwide movement to end bullying that provides resources and support for parents and educators, including a blog and a list of helpful books and websites. Link:
- American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP): The AAP provides information for parents on how to address bullying, including tips for talking to your child and working with schools to prevent bullying. Click here to access questions to ask
Traffic Safety Near Our Schools
- Be Alert For Kids Walking To School(opens in new window/tab) - Washoe County School District reminds you to drive carefully and be alert for our children walking and bicycling to school!
K-9 Officer
- Astro, WCSD K-9 Officer Video(opens in new window/tab) - We welcome Astro to the Washoe County School District Police Department as the region's first firearms detection K-9!
Adding Resources:
The following WCSD Departments have contributed to this Toolkit: Behavior, Communications, Counseling, Curriculum & Instruction, Emergency Management, Family-School Partnerships, Multi-tiered System of Supports-Social-Emotional Learning and Psychology. If you would like to add resources, for consideration to this toolkit, please contact Family-School Partnerships.