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Returning to School After a Disaster: Tips to Help Your Students Cope
Teachers have an important role to play in helping children both prepare for and recover after a public health emergency.
(Published: August 2, 2019)

Helping Your Child Cope with a Disaster
Disasters are stressful events that can cause substantial harm to communities and families. It is important to keep children physically and mentally safe during and after a disaster.
(Published: April 15, 2019)

A Child’s Health is the Public’s Health
Preparing for unexpected events is an important part of keeping children safe and healthy all year long.
(Published: November 5, 2018)

Keeping Kids Safe
Protecting your child during the school day is as easy as A-B-C.
(Published: September 10, 2018)

Your Child Is At Risk for Mental Health Issues After a Disaster
Learn the signs of children’s mental stress to help them cope after a disaster.
(Published: May 7, 2018)

Schools and Childcare – Preparing for the Unexpected
Because an emergency can happen anywhere and at any time, it is important that schools and childcare providers prepare to protect the children in their care.
(Published: September 18, 2017)