We can all help prevent suicide. Those who are struggling should reach out. Resources exist both on and off campus.
Crisis Counselor: Text "Help" to 741741 for free 24/7 support
National Mental Health Crisis Line: 1.800.662.HELP (1.800.662.4357)
National Suicide Prevention Line:1.800.273.TALK (1.800.273.8255)
TeenTalk Clark County: Phone: 360.397.2428
Text (360) 984-0936
Email ccteentalk1@hotmail.com
M-Th 4pm-9pm Fri. 4pm-7pm
Youth Mobile Crisis Unit: 1.900.626.8137 M-F 9am-11pm for free support
Non-emergency: Dial 311 Emergency: Dial 911
Quick BGHS Resource Guide
Food Pantry: Gene Fritz
Prevention & Intervention Specialists
Family Resource Center: 360.885.5434
Every year, the Lifeline and other mental health organizations and individuals across the U.S. and around the world raise awareness of suicide prevention during September, National Suicide Prevention Month.
If you see something, hear something, say something!
Our system allows you to quickly, easily, and anonymously report safety concerns to school officials 24/7/365. Help us create a safer learning environment-- Safe School Alert Link
For more information: Safe School - District Code 1063
Bully Prevention Resources:
Know: Because healthy students are healthy learners, Social and Emotional Climate and Family Engagement are two of the 10 components of the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) model.
Know: Schools can use a variety of strategies to support student SEL
• Provide staff training.
• Establish a school culture that emphasizes the importance of showing empathy in relationships, using effective communication, and demonstrating respect for diversity.
• Engage families to reinforce the skills being taught at school.
Do:
Get involved in the health decisions at school.
Ask to be involved in parent organizations
Do:
Make communication with school a two-way street.
Read school newsletters
Ask the school to provide educational opportunities for parents.
Communicate regularly through emails, phone calls, or meetings to discuss your child’s grades, behavior, and accomplishments.
Do: Implement simple SEL strategies at home such as:
• Take time to talk to your child, be an active listener, and acknowledge their feelings to model empathy.
• Focus on your child’s strengths before talking about things they can do to improve their confidence.