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Homeland Security Act of 2002

A major law passed after the September 11th attacks that created the Department of Homeland Security and outlined its responsibilities for protecting the United States from terrorism.

National strategy

A comprehensive, long-term plan developed by the federal government to achieve specific goals, in this case, securing schools from terrorism.

Elementary and secondary schools

Public or private schools that serve students from kindergarten through 12th grade.

Acts of terrorism

Violent acts or threats intended to intimidate or coerce a government or civilian population, typically for political or ideological reasons.

Domestic preparedness

The ability of the United States to prepare for, prevent, respond to, and recover from disasters, including terrorist attacks, within its own borders.

Vulnerabilities

Weaknesses or gaps in security that could be exploited by an attacker.