NAMI Dane County

Violence at school can be very traumatic for students. It's important to keep open, honest, and ongoing conversations open to ensure that they are able to express their feelings and have them validated.

✅Encourage children to talk about their concerns and to express their feelings.
✅Talk honestly about your own feelings regarding school violence.
✅Validate the child’s feelings.
✅Empower children to take action regarding school safety.
✅Discuss the safety procedures that are in place at your child’s school.
✅Create safety plans with your child.
✅Recognize behavior that may indicate your child is concerned about returning to school.
✅Keep the dialogue going
✅Seek help when necessary.

For a more in-depth look at how you can help, please visit: https://mhanational.org/resources/talking-to-kids-about-school-safety/

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STORY: https://www.wmtv15news.com/2026/05/21/police-arrest-monona-grove-high-school-student-accused-bringing-gun-school/