💛 Suicide Prevention Month

Every Child Matters. Every Feeling Matters. Every Child Deserves Support.

September is Suicide Prevention Month, and we want our students and families to know that asking for help is a strength—not a weakness.

Children don't always have the words to tell us when something is wrong. That's why noticing changes, starting conversations, and letting them know they are not alone can make a difference.

👀 What Should Parents Look For?

Pay attention to changes that are different from your child's normal behavior, such as:

💛 Becoming very sad, angry, worried, or withdrawn
💛 Losing interest in things they normally enjoy
💛 Changes in sleep, eating, or school performance
💛 Talking about feeling hopeless, worthless, or like a burden
💛 Saying things like “Nobody cares about me” or “I don't want to be here.”
💛 Giving away favorite belongings or saying unusual goodbyes

One sign doesn't automatically mean a child is suicidal. But when something doesn't feel right, it's okay to check in.

💬 Start the Conversation

You don't need the perfect words.

Try saying:

“I've noticed you've seemed different lately. How are you feeling?”

“I'm here to listen. You won't get in trouble for telling me how you feel.”

“Sometimes people feel like they don't want to be here anymore when things get really hard. Have you ever felt that way?”

🫶 Listen. Believe. Support.

You don't have to solve everything.
Being present and listening can be powerful.

🏫 We're Here to Help

If you're worried about your child, please reach out. You can talk with your child's school counselor, teacher, pediatrician, therapist, or another trusted adult.

You don't have to wait for a crisis to ask for help.

📞 Need Help Now?

Camino Real Community Services

830-767-2322

https://www.caminorealcs.org/

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or Text 988
Free & confidential support, 24/7

988lifeline.org

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741

🚨 Immediate Danger

If your child is in immediate danger or has already harmed themselves, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

🌟 A Little Reminder for Every Family

You matter.
Your child matters.
Their feelings matter.
Help is available.

💛 Sometimes the most important thing a child needs to hear is:

“I'm here. You can talk to me. We will get through this together.”