The inconceivable terrorists attacks on September 11, 2001 have shaken the United States to the core. Yet through the shock, grief, and sadness America has rallied around its people – and its children – and has become a stronger nation as a whole. This issue is devoted to Helping Students Deal with Crises and is provided in partnership with the Council for Exceptional Children.

As a former teacher I can only imagine how difficult it is to look your students in the eyes and explain to them why this tragedy happened. TeacherVision^® hopes that these resources, and those in our American Tragedy feature, will be helpful in guiding you and your students through these difficult times. Laura Bush, who was interviewed on September 13, 2001, had this to say about teachers coping with the disaster:

“Let's not forget about the teachers. They are suffering the same sadness and the same confusion that we all are, yet they spend their days reassuring our children. I hope parents will visit their child's teacher, give them support, and figure out ways to help them deal with the very same issues our country is dealing with.”

Thank you for leading our children through this crisis!

	In This Issue Relationship Between Crises and Special Education Ways to help students with exceptionalities understand and cope with different crises. School Disruptions – Nonviolent and Violent Learn about the varying degrees of serious disruptions. Intervention Strategies for Disruption Complete descriptions of how to organize a District Management Plan, a Crisis Team, and a Crisis Plan. Disasters – Natural and Unnatural Background information on the effects that natural and unnatural disasters have on children and their communities. Impact of Disasters on Students with Exceptionalities How to prepare your exceptional students during disasters both on school campuses and in their respective communities. Intervention Strategies for Disaster Excellent suggestions on how to safely prepare yourself, your class, and your school for disasters. Death and Grief Reaction Process Learn how to help students cope with death by reading about the grieving process. Impact of Death on Students with Exceptionalities How to help the exceptional child deal with death. Intervention Strategies for Suicide A series of important prevention and postvention suicide strategies. Intervention Strategies for Terminal Illness This article offers suggestions on how to best help students who are dealing with a loved ones terminal illness. Crisis Intervention Information Centers Contact information for crisis centers that aid children.

	Related Resources Visit the PearsonAtSchool for an excellent collection of resources to help teachers, parents, and students deal with the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the U.S. Update your grade book anytime, anywhere with MyGradeBook, the secure, online grade book that motivates your students. This premium service allows teachers access to upgraded features including an increased class limit and additional category and grading period options. The Council for Exceptional Children Resources on Helping Students Deal With Crises Back Off, Cool Down, Try Again: Teaching Students How to Control Aggressive Behavior A descriptive primer on how to nurture the social development of students with aggressive behavior in a classroom setting using the stages of group development as the basis for classroom management. Disruption, Disaster, and Death: Helping Students Deal with Crises A guide for teachers and administrators to respond to the increasing violence and tragedy faced by students today. Offers a wide array of resources and practices to help students cope with these events. Social Skills in the School and Community These practical social skill lessons are arranged for elementary, middle, and secondary school students. Skills address the following areas: getting along with peers, teachers, people in the community, and fellow workers.

	PearsonAtSchool Products Family Education Network Resources on Helping Students Deal With Crises Aggression and Violence The latest research from leading authorities shows how to deal effectively with today's violent and aggressive behaviors. School Crisis Survival Guide Counselors and administrators will appreciate this step-by-step guide to helping K-2 students successfully deal with various crises.