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At Jeffco Public Schools, we believe it is ethically imperative to do ALL we can to prevent suicide in our Jeffco community. Improving the emotional and behavioral health of our students is a top priority. We do this by utilizing the latest research in the field of suicide prevention, specifically following the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Model School District Policy.

From prevention to intervention to postvention, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive, evidence-based, suicide prevention program to our Jeffco students and community.

                                                                                                                                                            

 

COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

For parents, caregivers, and families

In response to our community and family feedback, Jeffco is now offering FREE trainings designed specifically for parents and caregivers. These trainings cover topics such as youth suicide, anxiety, trusted adults, sleep issues, mindfulness, technology and social media, difficult child behaviors,  etc. 

QPR Trainings

mental health

Jeffco Public Schools is dedicated to promoting mental health and building protective factors that increase connection, coping, resiliency, and wellness. Each month we will focus on a new theme and share new ways to practice strength at home through family activities and resources.

Jeffco Mental Health & Wellness Hub


Worried about Suicide?

Are you worried that your child or another person is in immediate danger or is considering suicide?

If you are concerned that your child or another person is:

In immediate danger - Call 911

Is considering suicide:

  • Take them seriously
  • Stay with them or make sure they are not left alone
  • Remove lethal means
  • Call SAFE2TELL at 1-877-542-7233
  • Escort them to mental health services
    • Local emergency department

Let's Talk with Mark Koebrich: Teen Suicide


PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS


QPR Suicide Prevention programQPR

An evidence based Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper model that teaches individuals how to: 
1. Recognize the warning sign of suicide
2. Ask someone directly about suicide
3. Connect someone in crisis to proper mental health support

The more aware and equipped our entire community is, the safer our students will be.
  • In 2019, we began the process of training ALL 14,000+ Jeffco employees in QPR. ALL means roles such as teachers, bus drivers, custodial staff, campus supervisors, nurses, para educators, secretaries, food and nutrition staff, coaches, central administrators, mental health professionals, building administrators, parents and caregivers, etc.
  • We will require this training every two years for Jeffco employees.
  • Beginning Fall 2019, we are hosting regular community nights across the district to train parents and caregivers in QPR.

Sources of Strength peer-led suicide prevention programSOURCES OF STRENGTH

A peer led, upstream suicide prevention program

Jeffco is removing school-based implementation and financial barriers so that more schools can successfully launch and maintain Sources of Strength in their community. Sources of Strength is an evidence-based suicide prevention program led primarily by students. It exists to spread hope, help, and strength as well as increase protective factors in the lives of the peer leaders and their classmates. Some of the protective factors include help seeking behaviors, meaningful relationships with trusted adults/mentors, healthy activities, positive family support and friends, generosity, and a willingness to break codes of silence and secrecy when it comes to mental health concerns of their friends/peers.

Equity Diversity and Inclusion logoSAFE, WELCOMING, AND INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENTS

Jeffco’s Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion Team promotes a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging across the district by creating equitable access and opportunity across race, class, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ability, and language. At the school level, this could include supporting the creation of GSAs (Gender and Sexuality Alliance/Gay Straight Alliance) and staff equity committees. Additionally, this team offers all Jeffco staff ongoing trainings on topics such as equity, LGBTQ+101, Gender Inclusion, Implicit Bias, Culturally Responsive Teaching, and Responding to Slurs at School.

RESTORATIVE PRACTICES

Jeffco’s offices of Student Engagement and Student Discipline support schools in implementation of Restorative Practices. Based on the core belief that "we are all connected," the broad spectrum of restorative practices support all stakeholders in a school in building healthy relationships, repairing harm when it has impacted a community, and reintegrating those who need to be welcomed back into school communities.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND RESOURCES

IN CRISIS? FIND LOCAL RESOURCES HERE

LOCAL MENTAL HEATH RESOURCES

Colorado Crisis Services
If you don’t know where to begin getting help with a mental health, substance use or emotional concern for yourself or someone you know—start here. We provide confidential and immediate support, 24/7/365. If you are in crisis or need help dealing with one, call this toll-free number 1-844-493-TALK (8255) or text TALK to 38255 to speak to a trained professional.

4 Ways to Get Help

Walk In  - 9 locations in Colorado
Call  -  toll free 1-844-493-8255
Chat Online - confidential
Text  - confidential - Text "TALK" to 38255


In Crisis:

call 911

Colorado Crisis Services
1-844-493-TALK (8255) or text TALK to 38255

National Suicide Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)

The Trevor Project 1-866-488-7386

Walk In Colorado Crisis Services at Jefferson Center for Mental Health
4643 Wadsworth Blvd. 
Wheat Ridge 80033 
(303) 425-0300
http://www.jcmh.org
Suicide Prevention Info & Resources Prevención del suicidio e información de recursos

COMPREHENSIVE SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM

QPR Training Resource Documents

Thank you Jeffco Voters! It is because of 5A bond money that we have been able to implement this comprehensive suicide prevention program.

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