Overview

In this practical manual, the authors demonstrate the important relationship between social emotional and ethical education and school safety. They combine traditional crisis management and emergency planning with all of the principles that have become the cornerstones of the field of evidence-based, social emotional learning and character education. Featuring real-life examples and best practices, they cover widespread concerns, ranging from student behavioral issues such as bullying and social exclusion to gang-related violence and other tragic events. This essential resource will help schools to be proactive in preventing tragedies, as well as effectively reactive when they occur.

Book Features:

  • Integrates social and emotional learning and character education into the school safety and crisis preparedness planning process.
  • Provides clear guidelines that can be applied by teachers, administrators, parents, security personnel, social workers, and counselors.
  • Acknowledges the roles of all participants in the school community to create and sustain a safe learning environment.

What Was Said About the Book

"Devine and Cohen's analyses are clear and their model convincing. I strongly recommend this book to all who care about the well being of children and the future of our society."
—Nicholas M. Michelli, Presidential Professor in Urban Education, The Graduate School and University Center, City University of New York

"I hope that this important book will be read, and its lessons applied, by school boards, teachers, administrators, politicians, voters, and parents across the country."
—James Gilligan, M.D., Distinguished Visiting Scholar and Adjunct Professor, New York University, Director, Center for the Study of Violence

"A wonderful tool. . . . Devine and Cohen give educators clear direction on what to do about creating the climate and teaching the skills that promote safe and successful students and schools!"
—Merle Schwartz, Director of Education and Research, Character Education Partnership

"This book offers a much needed look at the broader context of social-emotional development in considering practical approaches to insuring our children's safety, growth and learning."
—Steven Marans, Director, National Center for Children Exposed to Violence, and Professor of Child Psychiatry and Psychiatry, Yale University Child Study Center