1.
Schools will develop
educational programs for all grade levels that provide in-depth knowledge of
issues surrounding the threat of terrorism.
2.
Schools and communities will
develop programs that foster patriotism and stimulate young Americans to
participate in community service projects.
3.
All schools in the United
States of America and its Territories will create safety and security councils
that include students, teachers, administrators and parents for the purpose of
implementing terrorism crisis plans.
4.
Schools will host regular
awareness sessions for community members and youth that are directed toward
educating the public about the changes happening in their state and nation
regarding homeland security.
5.
Schools and community-based
organizations will encourage the media to concentrate on reporting positive
activities and events taking place in the nation. Promote positive human interest stories to uplift people spirits.
6.
State and local government
entities will encourage families to develop emergency preparedness and
communication plans that focus on the basics of safety, encourage patriotism
and promote family values.
7.
Schools will create student
support groups that include trusted and caring adults to help deal with the
threat of terrorism.
8.
Schools and community-based
organizations will encourage the establishment of discussion groups utilizing
highly experienced professionals to educate teens on issues surrounding
terrorism in America.
9.
Schools and community-based
organizations will create peer education groups that focus on how to deal with
terrorism.
10.
Schools will create programs
for high school students to mentor younger students on how to understand and
cope with the threat of terrorism.
11. Schools
and community-based organizations will encourage
and promote curriculum and activities that promote religious and cultural
tolerance and understanding.
12. Schools
and communities will establish mentoring programs in law enforcement, fire,
civil preparedness, and emergency medicine to encourage students to volunteer
in and around the needs of homeland security.