October 2021 Latest News #BeCyberSmart This Cybersecurity Awareness Month This October, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the National Cybersecurity Alliance are raising awareness about the importance of cybersecurity across the Nation and working to ensure that all Americans have the resources they need to be safer and more secure online. Weekly themes throughout Cybersecurity Awareness Month focus on being cyber smart, "phighting the phish", and more. Visit cisa.gov for key Cybersecurity Awareness Month resources to help your school community stay safe online. Keeping Schools Safe from Bomb Threats In October, 15 years ago, CISA's Office for Bombing Prevention (OBP) started working to enhance and coordinate the national effort to protect communities against attacks. OBP thanks academic institutions and other partners for their collaboration in recognizing and reporting suspicious activity. Please stay involved: visit OBP, find out about its Bomb-Making Materials Awareness Program (BMAP), or take one of its free, online trainings to enhance your security. Bullying and Cyberbullying Resources for K-12 Schools National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month occurs every October to raise awareness about the effects of bullying. Bullying and cyberbullying threaten students' physical and emotional safety and can impact their social and academic success at school. The Federal School Safety Clearinghouse offers resources, tools, and information to educate students and school staff about preventing and responding to bullying and cyberbullying in kindergarten through grade 12 (K-12) communities. Visit SchoolSafety.gov to learn more. Back to top Upcoming Events and Opportunities Grants and Funding Opportunities American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Application Deadline: Ongoing Events, Webinars, and Conferences CISA & George Mason University Cyber Career Summit – Oct. 22, 2021 During this webinar, students and others interested in a career in cybersecurity will have the opportunity to learn from cybersecurity experts and academic advisors. They will go over what things to consider and what pathways are available within the cybersecurity profession. Register here. Bullying Awareness and Prevention: Creating Safer Schools Webinar – Oct. 26, 2021 Hosted by the Federal School Safety Clearinghouse in coordination with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Division of Violence Prevention, this informational webinar will provide an overview of bullying awareness and prevention resources, tactics, and strategies to create safer school environments. Learn more and register. 2021 National Summit on School Safety – Oct. 26-28, 2021 This virtual summit, organized by Safe and Sound Schools, convenes national experts, leaders, and practitioners from across the school safety community. Summit topics include school threat assessment and management, planning for physical safety and security, fostering a trauma-informed school culture, and supporting social and emotional learning. Learn more and register. 4th Annual National Cybersecurity Summit – Oct. 27, 2021 CISA's virtual Cybersummit brings together cybersecurity and critical infrastructure stakeholders for meaningful conversations and collaboration on cybersecurity. The final event in the Summit will focus on the 'power of partnership' and the cyber/physical convergence. Access additional details and registration information here. Virtual Symposium: Understanding and Preventing Youth Hate Crimes and Identity-Based Bullying – Oct. 27-28, 2021 Hosted by the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, this national symposium will focus on preventing and combating identity-based bullying and criminal extremist hate groups. It will address important topics like current trends and research on identity-based bullying, cyberbullying, youth-related hate crimes, and how hate groups use social media and technology to reach, recruit, and radicalize youth. Learn more. How to Develop a Competitive Grant Application Webinar – Oct. 28, 2021 The Office of Financial Resources at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration will conduct a webinar on how to develop a competitive grant application. The session will address the four registration processes that need to be completed, preparing to apply for a grant, key components of the Notice of Funding Opportunity, responding effectively to the evaluation criteria, and resources and technical assistance that are available. Read more. 5th National Student Safety and Security Conference and Workshop – Nov. 17-19, 2021 This conference brings together members of the school safety community to identify and share best practices concerning school safety and model a community process to end school violence in all its forms, including shootings, bullying, and emergency events. Find out more. What is School Safety? – On-Demand In this podcast series from the National Center for School Safety, guest speakers describe the importance of having a comprehensive school safety plan, explain different perspectives on school safety, and highlight the connections between school safety strategies. Listen to the podcast and access all episodes in the series. Understanding the Role of School Psychologists in Supporting School Safety Before, During, and After an Emergency – On-Demand This webinar, hosted by the U.S. Department of Education, discusses the role school psychologists can play in supporting emergency operations plan development, as well as overall school safety, security, emergency management, and preparedness before, during, and after an emergency. Learn more. Visit the SchoolSafety.gov Opportunities Page for additional school safety-related grants, webinars, conferences, and events. Back to top New School Safety Resources Back To School Safety: Preparing for Targeted Violence (CISA) – This recently published blog post from CISA highlights the agency's resources and tools available to enhance school safety and security, including information to help K-12 school communities prepare for potential acts of targeted violence. What Is Your School Doing to Protect Your Child from COVID-19? (CDC) – This webpage provides information and FAQs for parents and caregivers who want to learn more about how their child's school is using CDC guidance to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Phishing - General Security Postcard (CISA) – This postcard explains the cybercrime known as phishing (an attempt by an individual or group to solicit personal information from unsuspecting users by employing social engineering techniques) and provides signs and tips to prevent these attacks. Visit SchoolSafety.gov for additional resources to support school safety and security efforts. Back to top If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions for future newsletters, please contact us at SchoolSafety@hq.dhs.gov. Follow @SchoolSafetyGov on Twitter for additional school safety updates. SchoolSafety.gov Disclaimer
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