ACYI’s School Safety & Violence Prevention program area focuses on creating safe and positive school environments for students. Research shows students can't learn if they don't feel safe. In Adams County, 9% of 6th through 12th grade students surveyed in 2009 reported that they did not go to school on 1 or more days during the past 30 days because they felt unsafe at school or on their way to and from school. This is nearly twice as high as the national data for the same indicator. A safe school requires balancing physical security with a nurturing school climate, as well as developing effective school and community partnerships. ACYI School Safety & Violence Prevention activities are aimed at developing these partnerships and creating supportive school climates across Adams County. Activities include hosting School Safety training, updating the Adams County Emergency Response Plan for schools, amd implementing bully and gang prevention and intervention strategies.
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