School buildings and classrooms must be safe environments – both physically and emotionally – for students to achieve and grow.
- Combating & Preventing Bullying. The Maine Department of Education offers schools training, resources and model practices for cultivating a school environment free of bullying and harassment.
- Management of Chemicals in Schools. Maine's school districts are annually required to prepare an inventory of all chemicals stored in their buildings, craft a chemical hygiene plan and provide for the safe storage of such materials.
- Playground Safety. State guidelines and national handbook for keeping school playgrounds safe for children.
- Certified Playground Safety Inspector - This website provides information to find a Certified Playground Safety Inspector.
- Playground Safety Handbook - This publication by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission provides best practices in playground safety
- Resources in aftermath of tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School
- Restraints & Seclusion. Information on the recent rule (Ch. 33) change that governs the use of restraints and seclusion, including the requirements and application information for required training programs.
- School Security. Prepare your schools for all-hazards emergencies.