In 2015, Illinois passed Ann Maries’s Law which requires all school districts to post on its website recommended guidelines and educational materials for professional educator training and recommended resources and age-appropriate educational materials on youth suicide awareness and prevention as well as adopt an age-appropriate youth suicide awareness and prevention policy. District 70 has revised its policy to include SB1793.

Resources:

National Council for Suicide Prevention

http://www.ncsponline.org/

Ann Marie Foundation

http://annmarie.foundation/

Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention

www.actionallianceforsuicideprevention.org

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

1-800-273-TALK (8255)

In Fall 2016, Park View School will implement an evidence-based suicide prevention program for students in grades 6-8th.  SOS Signs of Suicide®, will be implemented with the assistance of Elyssa's Mission. Parents will be provided with additional information at the start of the 17-18 school year and will have the opportunity to decline consent for participation.

For more information about SOS Signs of Suicide® and Elyssa’s Mission, click here:

http://elyssasmission.org/

Read more about the program in the 6-8th grade parent passive consent form here:

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