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YOUTH SUICIDE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION
The Board is committed to the following: maintain a safe school environment; to protect the health, safety, and welfare of its students and school personnel; to promote healthy development; and to safeguard against the threat or attempt of suicide among school-aged youth. This policy supports federal, state, and local efforts to provide education on youth suicide awareness and prevention. It establishes methods of prevention, intervention, and response to suicide or suicide attempt and promotes access to suicide awareness and prevention resources.
Therefore, in order to ensure the safety and welfare of students, the District will work to educate school personnel and students on the actions and resources necessary to prevent suicide and promote emotional well-being.
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Relevant School Board Policy and more information:
