Georgia's Center for School Safety

Advancing safe and secure learning environments in Georgia schools, the Georgia Center for School Safety (GACSS) is the central hub for resources, trainings, and technical assistance.

Trainings

Online and In-Person trainings are available upon request for administrators and educators.

Resources

School Safety Plan Templates, toolkits, guidance, and other links to elevate safety on & off campus.

Laws & Guidelines

Find Georgia state laws, case law and reporting requirements related to school safety.

Ready Georgia Seal of Preparedness

The Georgia Department of Education, in collaboration with the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency, would like to recognize schools for going above and beyond in their efforts to create safe and supportive learning environments and minimize risk factors. The Ready Georgia Seal of Preparedness will be awarded to all schools who apply and meet specific safety planning criteria. The window for applications will be open through November 15. Schools awarded the Seal of Preparedness will be announced in February.

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