School Safety Office (SSO)
The School Safety Office (SSO) works to ensure that every student and educator learns and works in safe and supportive environments.
How can we help you today?
About 211
Dial 211 to speak with a person who can connect you to local resources and supportive services.
School Safety Inventories
A school safety inventory helps identify safety strengths and opportunities so we can support your school's needs.
- Schedule - Choose a date and time
- Prepare - Share basic information about your school.
- Assess - Our team visits your school.
- Review - Receive a report with recommendations.
- Improve - Implement strategies and follow up.
Publications and Resources
- Revised Emergency Preparedness and Response Playbook
The District of Columbia School Emergency Preparedness and Response Playbook, Revised 2025 serves as an emergency planning and response guide and is based on the principles of the School Emergency Response Plan and Management Guide, the District Emergency Management Framework (DEMF), and the District Emergency Operations Plan (EOP). Thus, providing a framework for schools in the District of Columbia to create and update their emergency response plans.
- Strengthening School Safety in Washington, DC
The School Safety Enhancement Committee, convened by DME between November 2023 and January 2024, was comprised of representatives and experts from city education and public safety agencies, the Council of the District of Columbia, and school communities and families. This group delivered a final report, Strengthening School Safety in Washington, DC to the Mayor and Council in March 2024.
Contact the School Safety Office
(202) 727-3636
1350 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Suite 307, Washington, DC 20004