New York State Safe Schools Against Violence in Education (SAVE)
The New York State Education Department is committed to promoting safe learning environments where students and teachers work collaboratively in pursuit of academic excellence and social and emotional growth. The information on this page provides safety resources and guidance to school officials about the Safe Schools Against Violence in Education (SAVE) Act. It also provides a guidance document for the completion of school safety plans. The information is especially useful for school administrators and others concerned about school safety.
Additional School Safety Resources
Child Abuse in an Educational Setting
School Violence Prevention & Intervention (Including training and workshops)
New York State Center for School Safety:
Website: http://nyscenterforschoolsafety.org 
This site has safety resources for schools and communities as well as
information about training opportunities.
School Safety Plans
Amendment to Section 155.17 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education Relating to School Safety Plans - Approved by Board of Regents 8/10/2011 (
44.63 KB)
Relevant Regulation - CR 155.17(e)(1)
District-Wide School Safety Plan: Technical Assistance Chart
Checklists for Safety Plans:
- Building Level Safety Plan Checklist
(122 KB) - District Wide Safety Plan Checklist (103 KB)
(485 KB)Additional School Safety Resources:
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - The Emergency Management Institute had developed
the Introduction
to Incident Command Systems (ICS) for Schools . ICS is a standard, on scene, all-hazard incident
management approach and is required by Commissioner's Regulation 155.17.
The following link from the New York State Health Department: http://www.planaheadnewyork.com/environmental/emergency/families_individuals_caregivers/infants_and_children.htm provides useful emergency preparedness information and activities for parents and educators.
Practical
Information on Crisis Planning: A Guide for Schools and Communities ,
U.S. Department of Education, August 2004 - These checklists provide
general guidance that can be adapted as appropriate to each district's
or school's circumstances. Taking action now can save lives, prevent
injury, and minimize property damage in the moments of a crisis.
If you do not have a crisis plan in place, it is time to develop
one.
Codes of Conduct
Codes of conduct on school property - Education Law – Chapter 16, Title II, ARTICLE 55, § 2801
Relevant Regulation - CR 100.2(l)
Child Abuse in an Educational Setting
Article 23-B:
Confidential Report of Allegation of Child Abuse in an Education Setting
Report
form - Page 1 (34.5 KB)
Fingerprinting Regulations
School Violence Prevention and Intervention
Training Workshops in School Violence Prevention and Intervention
Approved Providers of Training:- Download Application Forms here for first time Approval as a Provider of Course Work or Training in SCHOOL VIOLENCE PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION. Certification as a provider is valid for six years. For assistance call 518-486-6090.
- Instructions For Applying ( 15.80 KB)
- Required For Application Approval
- Application for Approval as a Provider (
34.0 KB) - Instructor Qualifications Form ( 22.0 KB)
- Provider Agreement ( 8.93 KB)
- Model Certification of Completion ( 55.0 KB)
- Required Components ( 7.38 KB)
- Course Outline or Syllabus
There is no deadline for submission, but applications must be accompanied by supporting materials and a $600 application processing fee. Certification is valid for six years.
- Recertification for Approval as a Provider of Course Work or Training in SCHOOL VIOLENCE PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION.
- Declination Form ( 34.5 KB)
- Cover Letter ( 38.5 KB)
- Instructor Qualifications ( 21.5 KB)
- Course Requirements ( 7.40 KB)
- Reapplication Form ( 61.5 KB)
- Provider Agreement ( 9.12 KB)
Submit completed Applications for Approval, including the fee made payable to the New York State Education Department to:
New York State Education DepartmentP. O. Box 7346
Albany, NY 12224