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Meeting Date:
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2/21/2018 - 3:45 PM
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Category:
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Consent Calendar
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Type:
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Action
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Subject:
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11.16 CURRICULUM: Suicide Prevention Plan
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Strategic Plan:
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Enclosure
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File Attachment:
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Summary:
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Suicide is the second leading cause of death in young people between the ages of 10-24. Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the US for all ages. Every day, approximately 105 Americans die by suicide. There is one death by suicide in the US every 12 minutes (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2015). Recognizing that it is the duty of the district and schools to protect the health, safety, and welfare of its students, this policy aims to safeguard students and staff against suicide attempts, deaths and other trauma associated with suicide, including ensuring adequate support for students, staff, and families affected by suicide attempts and loss. It is known that the emotional wellness of students greatly impacts school attendance and educational success, this policy shall be paired with other policies that support the emotional and behavioral wellness of students.
This policy was developed by mental health professionals, counselors, and district administrators. It is based on research and best practices in suicide prevention, and has been adopted with the understanding that suicide prevention activities decrease suicide risk, increase help-seeking behavior, identify those at risk of suicide, and decrease suicidal behaviors. This protocol will serve as a uniform tool for school counselors, psychologists, mental health professionals, and administrators when assessing a person for suicidal risk, intervention and continued safety. This policy shall be reviewed and revised at least annually in conjunction with mental health professionals and community stakeholders.
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Funding:
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Recommendation:
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It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the District's new Suicide Prevention Plan, as presented.
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Approvals:
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Recommended By:
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Signed By:
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Julie Zierold - Director - Curriculum and Instruction
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Signed By:
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Marilyn Saucedo - Assistant Superintendent
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Signed By:
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Grant Bennett - Superintendent
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Vote Results:
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| Original Motion | | Member Edward Garcia, Jr. Moved, Member David Nelissen seconded to approve the Original motion 'It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the District's new Suicide Prevention Plan, as presented.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 4 Nay: 0. | | The motion Carried 4 - 0 | | | | | Anthony T. Stafford, Sr. | Yes | | Edward Garcia, Jr. | Yes | | Dr. Jose Luis Araux | Yes | | David Nelissen | Yes | |
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