Child Safety Matters
Child Safety Matters is an evidence-based child abuse prevention education program for elementary school students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade.
The Lessons
(2) 55-minute lessons take place in the classroom.
Lesson 1: Facilitators introduce and discuss General Safety (Safe Adults, Red Flags, Awareness, Safety Rules) & 4 types of child abuse (physical, emotional, sexual, neglect).
Lesson 2: Students learn about Bullying, Cyberbullying, Digital Safety, and Responsible Digital Citizenship.
Why we love it
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Interactive classroom-based lessons use fun, engaging activities, videos, and games
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Students receive take-home reinforcement items to help continue the conversation with safe adults at home
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Comprehensive program teaches universal safety rules and strategies following the recommendations of poly-victimization research
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Helps schools meet many required Bullying, Child Safety, Child Abuse Prevention requirements and Health Instruction Standards
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Aligned with American School Counselor Association Scope & Sequence
To learn more about the Child Safety Matters program and how it can be brought to your school, please contact Mission Kids’ Director of Prevention Education, Michelle McDyre at mmcdyre@missionkidscac.org
