When a Crisis Hits
Will Your School Be Ready?
September 1997 | 184 pages | Corwin
Outlining all the necessary components in the development of a successful crisis management plan, this book enables educational administrators to be prepared in the event of a crisis such as accident, natural disaster or gang violence.
PART ONE: 10-STEP APPROACH TO DEVELOPING A CRISIS PLAN
Should Your School Have a Crisis Plan?
Parts of the Planning Process
The Safety and Crisis Team
The Plan
PART TWO: CRITICAL COMPONENTS FOR DEALING WITH CRISES
Being Sensitive to Student and Staff Needs
Prevention Programs and Strategies
Involving Parents as Partners in Prevention
Bringing Conflict Management into the School
Being Proactive in Dealing with Gangs