Suicide Prevention: Connecting ALL Students

Suicide Prevention: Connecting ALL Students

Suicide remains the 2nd leading cause of death among youth ages 10-24 years old. More and more of our students are anxious and depressed. School Counselors are in a unique position to support and reach ALL students. Learn how to decrease suicide ideation among your students by proactively teaching coping skills and tier-leveled systems of support in your school counseling program. Identify ways to build on what you are already doing. Many resources shared.

Presenters:
Angela Avery, M.Ed.
Sanford Middle School Counselor, Sanford, Maine