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SOS: Signs of Suicide Prevention Program

Join the informative session to learn about signs of suicide prevention, emotional and mental health, and coping strategies for students at Weston Middle School. The agenda includes an introduction to the SOS Program, screening forms, referral procedures, and Q&A session. The program aims to address the rising teen suicide rates and equip students with essential skills to manage emotions and stress effectively. Don't miss this valuable opportunity to stay informed and promote mental well-being among adolescents.

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SOS: Signs of Suicide Prevention Program

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  1. Parent Information Session SOS: Signs of SuicidePrevention Program Weston Middle School

  2. Agenda Weston Middle School SOS Team Introduction to SOS Program Video: “Get Into the Act” Explanation of Screening Form and follow-up protocols Referral resources and procedures Questions & Suggestions

  3. SOS Team Mitch Finnegan, Dir. of Health & Physical Education – WPS Pat Hoban, RN. Administrators and Grade Leaders Weston Middle School Guidance Department Weston Middle School Health Teachers

  4. Introduction to SOS: Signs of SuicidePrevention Program

  5. Standard #3Emotional and Mental Health Students will acquire knowledge about emotions and mental health, the management of emotions, personality and character development. Students will learn skills to promote self-acceptance, make decisions, and cope with stress, including suicide prevention. • Understanding mental health provides skills for dealing with personal crisis or difficult situations. • It is important to understand and accept who you are. • Communication is a key component of good mental health.

  6. Need for Program Suicide rate among teenagers has doubled in last 10 years Suicide is 3rd leading cause of death of children ages 10 to 19 Recent events in surrounding communities 2008 Weston Youth Risk Behavior Survey

  7. SOS Program Components Health & PE Department SOS Training Organization of SOS Team School-wide faculty/staff in-service Creation of program protocols & resources Coordination with community providers Information session for parents Administration of program in Seventh Grade & Freshmen Health Education classes SOS Team Same-Day Review Follow-up/Referral

  8. SOS Class Outline Introduction of SOS Program Viewing of SOS video Discussion & review of video Discussion of referral procedures Completion of BSAD & contact cards

  9. SOS Video:Get Into the Act

  10. Follow-up Protocols Staff review of Screening Forms and contact cards Referral resources and procedures Questions & Suggestions

  11. 2008 Weston Youth Health AssessmentSelf-Injury & Depression – by Grade

  12. 2005 Weston Youth Health AssessmentSelf injury & Depression – by Gender

  13. 2005 Weston Youth Health AssessmentScale of Suicidal Ideation – by Grade

  14. 2005 Weston Youth Health AssessmentScale of Suicidal Ideation – by Gender

  15. For more information: Mitch Finnegan Director of Health & Physical Education Finneganm@mail.weston.org 781-529-8030, x7587

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