It is important that schools have disaster plans in place and communicate those plans to families. This will help minimize confusion if a disaster were to occur and is an essential step in helping families prepare. For more information on how to prepare your school, visit the sites below.

Guides for All Schools

• Primer for Design Safe Schools Projects in Case of Terrorist Attacks

Guides for Daycares

• Child Care and Preschool Pandemic Influenza Planning Checklist

Guides for K-12 Schools

• Practical Information on Crisis Planning: A Guide for Schools and Communities
• Delaware Emergency Management Agency: School Safety Preparedness Guide
• School District (K-12) Pandemic Influenza Planning Checklist

Guides for Colleges and Universities

• Building a Disaster-Resistant University
• Colleges and Universities Pandemic Influenza Planning Checklist

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