First anniversary of the crisis       Recognize the emotion that the first anniversary of a traumatic event creates. It’s important to acknowledge appropriately and foster healing rather than retraumatization. Special events or quiet acknowledgments are ways to mark the occasion with respect and caring. Involve students, staff and families of the victims in planning the event. Keep the program brief and age appropriate. Send written invitations to families of the victims. Invite parents of current students and alumni who were at the school at the time of the crisis. Determine if the event will be open to the public. Consider having a closed event at school for the internal audiences — students, staff and families — and a public event for the community. Make mental health professionals available. Promote hope through activities like release of balloons or doves or a candle-lighting ceremony. Respect diverse traditions and religions. Consider including: A moment of silence. Reading of the victims’ names. Speeches by school staff, students and victims’ family members. Music by student groups. Non-sectarian prayers by clergy representatives.