school safety
[/skuːl ˈseɪfti/]
noun
segurança escolar
1. measures, policies, and procedures implemented to protect students, staff, and visitors from physical harm, violence, and other hazards within a school environment
The school safety committee reviewed evacuation procedures to ensure all students could exit the building quickly.
O comitê de segurança escolar revisou os procedimentos de evacuação para garantir que todos os alunos pudessem sair do prédio rapidamente.
2. the condition or state of being secure and protected from danger while at school
Parents are increasingly concerned about school safety following recent incidents.
Os pais estão cada vez mais preocupados com a segurança escolar após incidentes recentes.
3. programs and protocols designed to prevent bullying, weapons, intruders, and other threats to the school community
The district invested in school safety equipment including metal detectors and surveillance cameras.
O distrito investiu em equipamentos de segurança escolar, incluindo detectores de metais e câmeras de vigilância.
School safety has become a critical policy issue in both the United States and Brazil due to concerns about violence, bullying, and emergencies. In the USA, discussions often focus on active shooter preparedness and metal detectors. In Brazil, the emphasis tends to be on preventing gang violence, drug trafficking near schools, and bullying (cyberbullying especially). Both countries have implemented various drills and protocols, though the specific threats addressed may differ by region and socioeconomic context.
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