The experts at NASP offer the following:
"High profile acts of violence, particularly in schools, can confuse and frighten children who may feel in danger or worry that their friends or loved ones are at risk. They will look to adults for information and guidance on how to react. Parents and school personnel can help children feel safe by establishing a sense of normalcy and security and talking with them about their fears."
The organization offers simple steps that include:
- Reaffirm safety
- Take time to talk
- Review safety procedures
- Monitor emotional state
- Maintain a normal routine
Click HERE for a useful infographic you can reference when talking to your students and other children in your life about the recent Uvalde shooting and other violent stories in the news.
