The following resources are designed to help map your progress towards this state mandate.
For schools interested in developing a comprehensive suicide prevention plan, please visit: SEBMH Response Plan
Suicide Prevention
The following resources are provided for reference. Educators are always encouraged to research selected programs prior to implementation.M.A.D-H.O.P.E (Whatcom County only, grades 6-12)
Sources of Strength (k-12)
Erika's Lighthouse (free, grades 4-12)
Hazelden Lifelines Prevention , grades 5-12
Signs of Suicide (SOS) grades 6-12
NAMI Ending the Silence (not suicide specific but curriculum covers some aspects, grades 6-12)
The NWESD 189 is approved by PESB to offer the following courses:
QPR for School Health Professionals
CARE: Suicide Prevention in WA Schools
Hazelden Lifelines Trilogy
Signs of Suicide
Please check PdEnroller for current course offerings
Go to PESB for full list of approved trainers in our area
Go to WA DOH for additional approved trainings
UW Forefront Suicide Prevention offers Advanced LEARN for ESA staff. Click Here for more information.
Suicide Intervention
Suicide Postvention
The grief associated with a death by suicide can be quite overwhelming. When a school community experiences a loss by suicide the effects can be felt on various levels. Using protocols that follow model guidance and knowing where to turn for help is critical.