Youth Suicide Prevention presentation Nov 19 at City Hall

“Growing Up Shoreline” Shoreline Community Event - Youth Suicide Prevention presentation

November 19, 2013, 7:00 – 8:30pm, Shoreline City Hall

Sometimes things happen in the community that should make us want to become more informed and figure out how we can help.

The Facts:

1. In the spring of 2012, six Shoreline students attempted suicide.
2. 32% of Shoreline 10th graders report experiencing depressive symptoms in the past year.
3. 14% of Shoreline 6-12 grade students report having seriously considered suicide in the past year.

We know that noticing makes a difference, so you can become the family member, friend, or community member that knows what to do when someone is asking for help.

Are you aware of what our students are thinking and feeling about themselves, their school, and the community based on the 2012 Healthy Youth Survey?

Some of these questions will be answered by Amy Vujovich, Director of Student Services and Jack B. Monpas-Huber, PH.D Director of Assessment and Student Information, both from the Shoreline School District.

Additional information will be provided about youth suicide prevention; what to be aware of, and how you can help. Handouts and resources will be available from the YSPP (Youth Suicide Prevention program). Marissa Beach, YSPP, Bilingual King County Trainer

Students from the Life Savers group at Shorewood High School will be available to share information and answer any questions you might have.

This event is sponsored in part by the Shoreline Community Resource Team and the Northshore / Shoreline Community Network. Questions, call 206 393-4413.