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Iowa Schools Get New Safety Tool | Des Moines News

Iowa’s Department of Public Safety is launching a free, federally funded behavioral threat assessment tool this fall to help schools proactively identify and manage student risks before they escalate. Designed to integrate with Iowa’s existing juvenile and criminal justice systems, the model helps educators distinguish between students needing counseling or academic support and those requiring urgent intervention. It’s not just about spotting trouble—it’s about targeting the right response. Schools can adopt it at no cost, turning federal investment into a smarter, more structured safety net…

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