Suicide Prevention Newsletter July, 2025 by Brittany Hines https://padlet.com/softlips0709/mpcjmw5i5gfhvx0v From Ms. Brittany's' Desk Dear Students and Families, At Riverview East Academy and at home, your well-being matters. As your teacher, I care deeply not only about your academic success, but also about how you feel, how you treat others, and how you take care of yourself. This newsletter is about some of the most important things we can talk about: how to build confidence, treat others with kindness, and recognize when someone might need help. Together, we can create a classroom and community that is safe, inclusive, and supportive of everyone. Let’s always remember—we are stronger together. With care, Ms. Brittany en-us 2025-07-01 21:05:15 UTC 2025-07-01 22:31:36 UTC hello@padlet.com https://media3.giphy.com/media/v1.Y2lkPWNhYmM5OTE4cGQyaHc4anl2ZGxqeHB6MG45ZmE3Y2VqM2h1anRtNG1ndHowd3RjdCZlcD12MV9naWZzX3NlYXJjaCZjdD1n/AexQSuxnExtQGHLiBN/giphy.gif Suicide Prevention: Know the Signs, Take Action softlips0709 https://padlet.com/softlips0709/mpcjmw5i5gfhvx0v/wish/3507602054

  • Recognizing the signs that someone may be struggling. These can include talking about wanting to die, withdrawing from friends or activities, showing sudden mood changes, or expressing feelings of hopelessness.

  • Children and teens who experience bullying, family conflict, trauma, or mental health challenges are at a greater risk. Having easier access to harmful means, like medications or weapons, can increase that risk even more. (Suicide Prevention, 2025)

    1. Adults and peers can help by building strong, supportive relationships, creating open spaces for honest conversations, and taking all warning signs seriously. If you notice concerning behavior, it's important to speak up and get help from a counselor, trusted adult, or crisis service.

    ]]>     2025-07-01 21:23:04 UTC https://padlet.com/softlips0709/mpcjmw5i5gfhvx0v/wish/3507602054     Always Be Kind softlips0709 https://padlet.com/softlips0709/mpcjmw5i5gfhvx0v/wish/3507615450 “You are not alone, and I’m here to help.” Encouraging a student to share their feelings and letting them know that it’s okay to ask for help can make a life-saving difference.

    If you or someone you know needs support, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

    ]]>     2025-07-01 22:07:14 UTC https://padlet.com/softlips0709/mpcjmw5i5gfhvx0v/wish/3507615450     softlips0709 https://padlet.com/softlips0709/mpcjmw5i5gfhvx0v/wish/3507617959 In class, always be true to yourself and nothing else will matter. We are a family, and here each quarter, we will have a "detox week" to destress and focus on our mental health. In class we promote positive communication and feel free to share your cultural background in show and tell.

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  • Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation (OSPF) https://www.ohiospf.org/

  • Call or Text 988

  • Nationwide Children’s Hospital https://www.kidsmentalhealthfoundation.org/

  • Ohio Families and Children First (OFCF) https://fcf.ohio.gov/

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