Protective Schools: SAAM 2026 School Safety & Respect Challenge
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month — and schools like yours can make a real difference with just one simple action.
We're inviting middle schools, high schools, and colleges across Montgomery County to join the 2026 School Safety & Respect Challenge: a low-lift, high-impact opportunity to show your community that safety and respect are school values.
No event planning required. No new curriculum. Just one meaningful action — chosen by you — during April.
Choose one action. Make an impact.
Post It
Display a poster, bulletin board, or digital slide with a healthy relationships or consent message. Materials provided.
Say It
Read a daily affirmation or respect message over morning announcements for one week. Scripts provided.
Share It
Share a resource, tip, or awareness message with students, families, or staff via newsletter, email, or social media. Templates provided.
Talk About It
Facilitate a brief discussion in homeroom, advisory, or a class meeting about healthy relationships or respect. Discussion prompts provided.
Pledge It
Invite students or staff to sign a pledge card committing to a culture of respect. Printable cards provided.
Go Further
Connect with VSC to schedule a free prevention education program for students or staff. VSC also offers prevention education for young children and families. Ask us about Family Connections.
All materials are available in the free VSC Resource Kit — ready to download and use.
Get Our Free Guide for Educators
What's inside
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Printable Posters
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Printable pledge card activity sheet to engage your school community
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Social media graphics with empowering prevention messages
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Relationships Affirmation Deck for school announcements, creative arts, class meeting discussions, and daily affirmations