By taking proactive measures to combat teen vaping and smoking, schools can create a safer and healthier environment for all students to thrive academically and socially.
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The government launched an interagency back-to-school campaign initiated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), in partnership with the U.S. Departments of Education (ED), Health and Human Services (HHS), and Justice (DOJ). A new clearinghouse of evidence-based practices to improve school safety serves as a cornerstone for the campaign, highlighting federal school safety resources and best practices.
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Thousands of schools have adopted comprehensive, appropriate, and effective programs such as PBIS that have demonstrated an ability to: (1) reduce disruption and misconduct; (2) support and reinforce positive behavior and character development; and (3) help students succeed. Successful programs may incorporate a wide range of strategies to reduce misbehavior and maintain a safe learning environment, including conflict resolution, restorative practices, counseling, and structured systems of positive interventions including PBIS and MTSS.
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Here is a useful guide to Federal Funding Sources specifically for these types of programs. Keep in mind that many federal programs come and go with different administrations minding the White House or the DOE, so this is just a guide.
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