This briefing is designed to equip educators, school officials, and multidisciplinary school safety teams with critical information to recognize threat indicators and effectively collaborate with the FBI to protect youth from this emerging threat. The goal is to enhance awareness and support the early identification of at risk youth by promoting proactive intervention and mental health engagement—prioritizing prevention and support over criminalization.

Objectives:

• To equip educators, school officials, and multidisciplinary school safety teams with critical information to recognize threat indicators and effectively collaborate with the FBI to protect youth from this emerging threat.