Suicide Prevention & Bullying - SCOE



Suicide Prevention & BullyingAssembly Bill AB 1767 requires any school district, county office of education, or charter school that serves students in kindergarten and grades 1 to 6 to adopt or update a policy on suicide prevention to apply to kindergarten and grades 1 to 6, and specifically address the needs of high-risk groups within those grades (Ed. Code §215).Assembly Bill AB 34 requires any school district, county office of education, or charter school, regardless of grades served, to post specific information in a prominent location on the local educational agency’s (LEA’s) existing website in a manner that is easily accessible to parents/guardians and students. Parents, educators, mental health professionals, and legislators are making a concerted effort to address the critical need to prevent youth suicides in California. HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" \o "Assembly Bill 2246" Assembly Bill 2246?(O’Donnell) addressed this issue by requiring school district's to adopt suicide prevention policies before the beginning of the 2017–18 school year. ?The policy shall specifically address the needs of high-risk groups, include consideration of suicide awareness and prevention training for teachers, and ensure that a school employee acts only within the authorization and scope of the employee’s credential or license.Suicide is now the second leading cause of death for youth ages 13-8 and also is a leading cause of death among ten- to-twelve-year olds. Students in earlier grades also are known to consider, attempt, and die by suicide. Research demonstrates that ideation may start as early as pre-school (however, suicide deaths are very rare among children age nine years or younger).The board policy must be developed in consultation with school and community stakeholders, school-employed mental health professionals, and suicide prevention experts. At a minimum, the board policy must address procedures relating to suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention.Sonoma County Office of Education Policies & RegulationsBoard & Superintendent's Policy 5141.52: Student Suicide PreventionBoard & Superintendent’s Administrative Regulation: 5141.52: Student Suicide PreventionRESOURCES RESOURCESIf the situation is life threatening, call 911 and ask for immediate support.Sonoma County Crisis Resources:Crisis Stabilization Unit (24/7)2225 Challenger Way, Santa Rosa707-576-8181North Bay Suicide Prevention Hotline (24/7)855-587-6373Sonoma County Behavioral Health Access Line (24/7)707-565-6900800-8708786Additional ResourcesSuicide Prevention Lifeline1-800-273-8255 | TTY: 1-800-799-488924-hour, toll-free, confidential suicide prevention hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Your call is routed to the nearest crisis center in a national network of more than 150 crisis centers.National HelplineProvides 24-hour free and confidential treatment referral and information about mental and/or substance use disorders, prevention and recovery in English and Spanish.1-800-662-4357 | find-help/national helplineTTY: 1-800-487-4889Disaster Distress HelplineRegional center offering crisis counselors trained to listen and offer support to people in emotional crisis.1-800-985-5990 | disaster-distress-helplineVeteran’s Crisis LineConnects veterans in crisis (and their families and friends) with qualified, caring responders through a confidential, toll-free hotline, online chat or text.1-800-273-8255 or text 838255 | veteranscrisislineTTY: 1-800-799-4889Teen LineCrisis and referral services, specializing in family reunification of runaways and homeless adolescents ages 11-17. Bilingual.1-310-855-4673; Text?Teen?to 839863 | YourlifeyourvoiceNational Hopeline HelplineProvides counseling and support to those who are suicidal and for suicide survivor loss families.1-800-784-2433 | yourlifecountsSafe Call Now (for First Responders)24/7 help line staffed by first responders for first responders and their family members. Can assist with treatment options for responders suffering from mental health, substance abuse and other personal issues.?1-206-459-3020ALCOHOL & SUBSTANCE USE:Sonoma & Napa County Al-Anon/Alateen24-Hour Support Lines for people worried about or affected by someone with a drinking problem.707-575-6750 Sonoma County707-258-3690 Napa CountyAlcohol and Drug Abuse Helpline800-729-6686Alcohol Treatment Referral Hotline800-252-6465Families Anonymous800-736-9805National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence Hopeline800-622-2255Poison Control800-222-1222National Institute on Drug Abuse Hotline (800) 662-4357Cocaine Anonymous (800) 347-8998National Help Line for Substance Abuse (800) 262-2463Opioid Treatment Programs in CaliforniaSAMHSA Treatment Programs in CaliforniaBuprenorphine Treatment Practitioner Locator – Sonoma CountySonoma County locatorNational Domestic Violence Hotline (800) 799-7233National US Child Abuse Hotline (800) 422-4453SOCIAL MEDIA BULLYING:Social Media Bullying with References to the following Possible Forums for Social Media Bullying: Bullying: Apps and Websites that Fight Back Offering Comment Forums or Sections Offering Image or Video Platforms RESOURCES HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" Fact Sheets on Suicide: Adolescents and Young AdultsThe National Adolescent Health Information Center, University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine, highlights some important research results on suicide. It provides information about the age adolescents are most likely to commit suicide, how gender and race impact adolescents in regard to suicide, and examines the suicide rate trends for adolescents. This Suicide Fact Sheet was published in 2006 and is based on the most current data available.American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)?The AFSP is the leading national not-for-profit organization exclusively dedicated to understanding and preventing suicide through research, education and advocacy, and to reaching out to people with mental disorders and those impacted by suicide. If you are in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741. NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENTSexual harassment is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature. Sexual harassment is a violation of the CA Ed Code, Section 212.6 and 48900.2, as well as Federal law. Students have a right to a harassment free school.Sexual harassment may include:Questioning someone's sexual behavior.Sexually oriented jokes, pictures, or objects.Making sexually explicit requests of someone.Writing obscene graffiti.Touching, grabbing, kissing, or purposely bumping.A student who feels that they are being sexually harassed should immediately contact the appropriate SCOE Title IX Coordinator or a Principal/Director, Counselor, Psychologist, Nurse, or any Teacher/Staff Member. You can also find information in the following policies:0410: Nondiscrimination In District Programs And Activities4030: Nondiscrimination In Employment5131.2: Bullying (anti-cyber bullying procedures)5145.3: Nondiscrimination/Harassment (Students)5145.9: Hate-Motivated BehaviorTitle IX: Prohibiting Sex-Based DiscriminationTitle IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”) is a federal law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in all educational programs and activities, including athletic programs. No person shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity operated by the District. Title IX protects all participants in the District's educational programs and activities, including students, parents, employees, and job applicants. The District does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Discrimination on the basis of sex can include sexual harassment and sexual violence.In addition to Title IX, the California Education Code prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in schools. (California Education Code §§ 220-221.1.) Other state and federal laws also prohibit discrimination and ensure equality in education. The following specific policies and procedures regarding sexual harassment: HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" 4030/4119.11/4219.11/4319.11: Sexual Harassment - Personnel HYPERLINK "" \t "_blank" 5145.3/5145.7 Sexual Harassment - StudentsTitle IX CoordinatorsSCOE's Title IX coordinators oversee compliance with Title IX requirements and promote sex equity in SCOE programs. Please contact the appropriate coordinator as needed.Personnel:Debra Sanders, Foster Youth Services Coordinator707-524-2600 | dasanders@Alternative Education Students:Georgia Ioakimedes, Director, Alternative Education707-524-2600 | gioakimedes@Special Education Students:Chelsea Siegel, Principal, Special Education707-524-2600 | csiegel@Your Rights Under Title IXYour RightsYou have the following rights under Title IX, to the extent applicable at the District. You have the right to receive equitable treatment and benefits in the provision of any of the following. (California Education Code §221.8.)You have the right to fair and equitable treatment and you shall not be discriminated against based on your sex.You have the right to be provided with an equitable opportunity to participate in all academic extracurricular activities, including athletics.You have the right to inquire of the athletic director of your school or appropriate District personnel as to the athletic opportunities offered by the school.You have the right to receive equitable treatment and benefits in the provision of all of the following related to?athletics,?if provided by SCOE:Equipment and supplies;Scheduling of games and practices;Transportation;Access to tutoring;Coaching;Locker rooms;Practices and competitive facilities;Medical and training facilities and services; andPublicity.You have the right to have access to a sex/gender equity coordinator, referred to as the Title IX Coordinator (find contact information above), to answer questions regarding sex/gender equity laws.You have the right to contact the State Department of Education and the California Interscholastic Federation to access information on sex/gender equity laws.You have the right to file a confidential discrimination complaint with the United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the California Department of Education if you believe you have been discriminated against or if you believe you have received unequal treatment on the basis of your sex.You have the right to pursue civil remedies if you have been discriminated against.You have the right to be protected against retaliation if you file a discrimination complaint.The District has a responsibility to respond promptly and effectively to sex-based discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual violence. If the District knows or reasonably should know about sex discrimination, it must take action to eliminate the sex discrimination, prevent its recurrence, and address its effects. The District must resolve complaints of sex discrimination promptly and equitably. Information on filing a complaint alleging sex-based discrimination is below, including contact information for the District's Title IX Coordinators.For more information specific to anti-discrimination in SCOE employment, please contact the Title IX Coordinator (contact information above).Learn more about your rights under Title IX:Visit the website of the United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights at? the webpage on sex discrimination at? the United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, Know Your Rights documents:Title IX prohibits sexual harassment and sexual violence: IX requires the District to address sexual violence: IX prohibits discrimination against pregnant or parenting individuals: the website of the California Department of Education Office of Equal Opportunity at: the webpage on Gender Equity/Title IX at: the website of the California Department of Education Office of Safe Schools for more information on Bullying & Hate-Motivated Behavior Prevention: related District policies and regulations by visiting the links provided in the first section of this page or by contacting the District's Title IX coordinator.Filing a ComplaintWhen: A complaint alleging unlawful discrimination or retaliation must be filed no later than six months from the date the discrimination or retaliation occurred, or six months from when the complainant first learned of the unlawful discrimination. The Superintendent or designee may extend this timeline by up to 90 days for good cause, upon written request by the complainant setting forth the reasons for the extension.How:?A student, parent, guardian, employee, individual, or organization may file a written complaint alleging discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and/or bullying on the basis of a protected characteristic under SCOE’s Uniform Complaint Procedure by sending a complaint to the District's Title IX Coordinator (contact information listed above).The Uniform Complaint Procedure is available here: Uniform Complaint ProcedureAccessibility: If you need assistance putting your complaint in writing, please contact the appropriate SCOE Title IX Coordinator. You may file a complaint anonymously, but SCOE’s ability to investigate and respond may be limited by a lack of information.You may also file a discrimination complaint with the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. For more information, visit?. The electronic complaint form for the Office for Civil Rights is available online at? the Office for Civil Rights at:San Francisco OfficeOffice for Civil RightsU.S. Department of Education50 United Nations PlazaSan Francisco, CA 94102Telephone: (415) 486-5555Fax: (415) 486-5570; TDD: (800) 877-8339Email:?ocr.sanfrancisco@For information about how to file other types of complaints and the procedures for those complaints, please contact the appropriate SCOE Title IX coordinator. ................
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