About this ebook
In the latest edition of School Crisis Prevention & Intervention, Mary Margaret Kerr, a nationally recognized expert in school crisis response and a leading urban educator, along with new coauthor, Garry King, a specialist in youth welfare, synthesizes and assembles the best current practices of law enforcement, threat assessment, psychology, and communications in a single, streamlined volume. Such a valuable guide prepares school personnel, including counselors and administrators, with the requisite skills at all crisis stages—from preparation and prevention to intervention and recovery.
Dozens of actual cases illustrate key concepts and procedures, while allowing readers to assess their preparedness. Helpful forms and checklists can be used to set priorities and ensure accountability. Interactive features inspire critical reflection and aid in developing problem-solving skills.
Outstanding features include . . .
• Latest federal guidelines and policies dealing with all phases of crises
• Comprehensive agenda for initial crisis team training
• Practical and sensitive methods to facilitate recovery and provide support
• Recommendations for collaborating with community-based emergency response services
• Proficient ways to communicate with staff, students, parents, community, and media
Dozens of actual cases illustrate key concepts and procedures, while allowing readers to assess their preparedness. Helpful forms and checklists can be used to set priorities and ensure accountability. Interactive features inspire critical reflection and aid in developing problem-solving skills.
Outstanding features include . . .
• Latest federal guidelines and policies dealing with all phases of crises
• Comprehensive agenda for initial crisis team training
• Practical and sensitive methods to facilitate recovery and provide support
• Recommendations for collaborating with community-based emergency response services
• Proficient ways to communicate with staff, students, parents, community, and media
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