Suicide Prevention Policy
The Governing Board recognizes that suicide is a leading cause of death among youth and that school personnel who regularly interact with students are often in a position to recognize the warning signs of suicide and to offer appropriate referral and/or assistance. To attempt to reduce suicidal behavior and its impact on students and families, the Superintendent or designee shall develop measures and strategies for suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention.
The Board shall ensure that measures and strategies for students in grades K-6 are age appropriate and delivered and discussed in a manner that is sensitive to the needs of young students. (Education Code 215)
Resources
SF Suicide Prevention 24 Hour hotline:
415-781-0500 or 24/7 Text Line: Text (415) 200-2920
National SF Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
1-800-273-8255
Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio
1-888=628-9454
Options For Deaf + Hard of Hearing
For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255.
Huckleberry House 24 Hour Youth Crisis Shelter - OPEN for youth and families
415-621-2929
Free Legal Help for Students/Youth
Linea de Consulta:
Lunes Y Jueves 1:30pm – 4:30 pm
Linea en Español: (415) 780-6367
Warmline Hours:
Mon & Thurs 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
English Line: (415) 780-6366
Text HOME to 741741
Envía un mensaje de texto con la palabra AYUDA al 741741
Spanish Suicide Prevention Hotline:
1-800-SUICIDA
This page was last updated on May 1, 2024