The Answer Sheet: School Shootings


Posted at 07:42 PM ET, 12/20/2012

Dozens of Michigan schools close early because of rumors of violence
By Valerie Strauss
Dozens of Michigan schools started the holiday break two days early because of distractions caused by rumored threats of violence and issues with end-of-the-world prophecies. Following are statements from officials in the two counties explaining why.

By Valerie Strauss  |  07:42 PM ET, 12/20/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  'Our Communities Are Anxious', School Closings, School Shootings

Posted at 11:34 AM ET, 12/15/2012

U.S. school districts react to Newtown shootings
By Valerie Strauss
School districts in the greater Washington area and around the country respond to the deadly shootings at a Connecticut elementary school.

By Valerie Strauss  |  11:34 AM ET, 12/15/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Safety Issues Addressed, School Shootings, School Violence

Posted at 03:37 PM ET, 12/14/2012

How to talk to children about violence against children
By Valerie Strauss
ANSWER SHEET | From the National Association of School Psychologists is advice on how to talk to children about violence.

By Valerie Strauss  |  03:37 PM ET, 12/14/2012 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
Tags:  Dealing With Crisis, School Shootings, Violence Against Children