The loss of a family member or close friend can be emotionally overwhelming. Each person will react in their own way. Steilacoom Historical School District has school-based crisis teams and counselors in place to support students, staff and families dealing with loss. The resources below can be helpful in supporting our school community in coping with loss, grief and death.

Helping Children Cope With Loss, Death, and Grief Tips for Teachers and Parents, National Association of School Psychologists

Dealing with Death, Grief, and Bereavement, NANHA

Helping Children Cope with Loss, NCI 

Here’s Some Tips That Will Help Your Kids Deal With Bereavement This resource was shared with us by students participating in a bereavement support program

Teen Mental Health Issues and the "Not My Kid" Phenomenon, Nationwide Children's Hospital

Understanding Self-Injury: What Parents Need to Know, Nationwide Children's Hospital

Apps
A Friend Asks Don’t be afraid to ask for help for a friend or yourself.
MY3 Lets you stay connected when you are having thoughts of suicide. 
Suicide Safe from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration, this suicide prevention app will help providers integrate suicide prevention strategies into practice and address suicide risk.

For Staff

Addressing Grief: Tips for Teachers and Administrators, National Association of School Psychologists