Contra Costa County Office of Education

 

CCCOE recognizes that preventing violence and ensuring school safety is a shared responsibility requiring early identification, collaboration, and appropriate intervention. The CCCOE Threat Assessment Guidelines and Protocol offers a structured, proactive framework to help schools identify, assess, and respond to behaviors that may pose a potential threat to students, staff, or the school community. This protocol emphasizes a multidisciplinary, problem-solving approach focused on prevention, intervention, and connecting individuals to supports rather than relying solely on discipline. CCCOE's departments and programs follow these guidelines to promote safe, supportive learning environments and ensure concerns are addressed consistently, thoughtfully, and effectively. Additionally, the protocol serves as a resource for districts seeking to strengthen their threat assessment practices and align with best practices for school safety and student well-being.