Developing Community-Based School Crisis Response

Book excerpt: Examining crisis and its impact on the educational experience, Developing Community-Based School Crisis Response helps aspiring educators investigate and develop effective school crisis management strategies. The book introduces the "Educational Crisis Framework," which emphasizes the importance of compassion and community knowledge as agents of change. Covering topics from school violence and natural disasters to the impact of war and societal issues, each chapter presents case studies based on the lived experiences of teachers, educational leaders, parents, and students who have confronted crises in their own K–12 classrooms and communities. Following each example, discussion questions provide prompts for thoughtful group discussions. Addressing a wide array of increasingly common challenges, this thoughtful resource is ideal for undergraduate and graduate students in teacher education and educational leadership preparation programs, as well as experienced teachers, school administrators, and families with school-aged children.