Improved academic performance is not typically a sign of a student in crisis.

The first step in responding to a crisis is to identify the source of the crisis.

A plan for evacuating the school in case of an emergency is not typically a component of a crisis response plan.

The school psychologist plays a vital role in crisis response and prevention, including providing support to students and families, developing crisis response plans, and identifying students at risk for crisis.

Punishing students who engage in risky behaviors is not a strategy for preventing crises in schools.

The best way to support a student who is in crisis is to listen to the student and validate their feelings.

Improved academic performance is not typically a sign that a student may be at risk for suicide.

If you suspect that a student is at risk for suicide, it is important to talk to the student about your concerns, contact the student's parents or guardians, and refer the student to a mental health professional.

Power outages are not typically a common type of crisis that can occur in a school setting.

The best way to prepare for a crisis in a school setting is to develop a crisis response plan, provide training to staff and students on how to respond to a crisis, and conduct regular drills and exercises.

Improved concentration is not typically a common symptom of PTSD that can occur after a crisis.

The best way to support a student who is experiencing PTSD after a crisis is to encourage the student to talk about their experiences, help the student to develop coping mechanisms, and refer the student to a mental health professional.

Improved communication with parents and guardians is not typically a common challenge that school psychologists face in providing crisis response and prevention services.

The most important thing that school psychologists can do to promote crisis response and prevention in schools is to advocate for increased resources for mental health services, provide training to staff and students on how to respond to a crisis, and develop crisis response plans.

Power outages are not typically a common type of crisis that can occur in a school setting.