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PASS Guidelines: What’s New in Version 7 — And the Top 10 K–12 Safety & Security Pitfalls to Avoid

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The release of PASS Guidelines Version 7 marks an important evolution in K–12 school safety strategy. With Version 6 now retired, districts must align planning, procurement, and grant strategies with the updated framework from the Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS).

Version 7 reinforces a disciplined, tier-based, and risk-informed approach — and it clarifies where many districts continue to fall short.

Below are the Top 10 K–12 Safety & Security Pitfalls districts must avoid under PASS Version 7 — and how the updated strategy helps correct them.

Changing Tides: How the 2025 Shift in Washington Impacts Grant Seekers

Federal funding is going through a shake-up.

If your school, nonprofit, municipality, or law enforcement agency relies on grants, you’ve likely noticed changes—delays in award announcements, canceled programs, or shifting requirements. These aren’t just typical budget hiccups. They’re part of a larger reset triggered by the new presidential administration’s priorities.

Here’s what’s happening—and what you can do to stay ahead.

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What the “Big Beautiful Bill” Means for Grant Funding in 2025/2026—and How Schools & Nonprofits Can Prepare

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Federal policy decisions don’t always make front-page news in the nonprofit and public education sectors—but the recently passed "Big Beautiful Bill" is different. With sweeping changes across tax policy, immigration, and government spending, this legislation has sparked new questions around how grants—particularly in areas like school safety, cybersecurity, and infrastructure—might be impacted.