All District Plans must meet the Minimum Requirements for School Safety and Security Plans set forth by the NJ Department of Education by October 15, 2012. Please contact the Office of School Preparedness and Emergency Planning with any questions at schoolsecurity@doe.state.nj.us

October 9, 2012 Memo, LEA Minimum Requirements for Schools

Statement of Assurance Form, LEA Minimum Requirements for Schools

Commissioner’s Memo - 8/4/11

School Safety & Security Plans Minimum Requirements - August 2011

School Safety & Security Plan Checklist

Safer Schools for a Better Tomorrow Training Resources:

The NJDOE provided regional trainings on the newly released minimum requirements for School Safety and Security Plans (NJAC 6A:16-5.1). The trainings provided additional guidance to assist Local Education Agencies (LEAs) relating to these new minimum requirements, to support their assessment and planning efforts. The trainings concentrated on an overview of the new requirements, along with guidance on how to review and update plans to meet and include the requirements. Please contact the Office of School Preparedness and Emergency Planning with any questions at schoolsecurity@doe.state.nj.us

• NJ Department of Education, Office of School Preparedness & Emergency Planning Presentation
• NJ State Police, Office of Emergency Management Presentation
• Mitigating Hazards in School Facilities
• Traumatic Loss Coalitions for Youth Coordinators
• Continuity of Student Learning and Core Operations Planning Guide
• Four Important Reasons to Consult with School Stakeholders
• School Emergency Supplies and “Go Kits”