Suicide Prevention Resources and Training

Overview
Why should schools get involved?
“Children are...much more likely to come into contact with potential rescuers in the school than they are in other community settings. This is especially true for younger children, who cannot move freely in the community. In many instances, the child’s problems, particularly those related to academics or the peer group, are more evident in the school setting than they are in the home...Further, the characteristic problems of a broken home or dysfunctional family, while not necessarily a direct cause of suicidal behavior, reduce the possibility of rescue in that setting.” (Guetzloe, 1991, p. 11)

School and community prevention programs designed to address suicide and suicidal behavior as part of a broader focus on mental health, coping skills in response to stress, substance abuse, aggressive behaviors, are most likely to be successful in the long run.
-National Institute of Mental Health

This workshop will focus on YRBS data on youth suicide in Wisconsin, sharing of an Adolescent Suicide Prevention Program Manual and The After a Suicide: A Toolkit for Schools, and exploration of web resources on suicide prevention programs. It will conclude with a session provided by CORE Community Resources. The CORE presentation will cover 3 simple steps that anyone can learn to save a life from suicide. The training is called QPR which stands for Question, Persuade and Refer.

Presenters
CORE Community Representative trained in QPR and Joan Kiewit, CESA 12

Target Audience
Pupil Services Personnel, Guidance Counselors, School Psychologists, Teachers and Administrators, Mental Health agencies and providers.

Early Bird Fee (Before September 28, 2012)
There is no fee for CESA #12 AODA Consortium Districts: (Bayfield, Butternut, Chequamegon, Mellen, Mercer, Solon Springs, Washburn)

$50 per participant for CESA #12 AODA Network Consortium Districts: (Ashland, Drummond, Hurley, Maple, South Shore)
$100 per participant for Non-AODA Consortium Districts and other agencies

Registration Fee (After September 28, 2012)
$75 per participant for CESA #12 AODA Network Consortium Districts: (Ashland, Drummond, Hurley, Maple, South Shore)
$125 per participant for Non-AODA Consortium Districts and other agencies
Registration fee includes materials, break and lunch

Viterbo Credit Available School Year 2012-13

 

BEFORE REGISTERING FOR THIS WORKSHOP PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE YOUR DISTRICT'S APPROVAL TO ATTEND.

Cancellation Policy:

Any registration cancellation must be received by the registration deadline date stated on the event for a refund to be issued. Persons registering and not in attendance on the day of the session will be charged the full registration fee (substitutions are accepted). CESA 12 reserves the right to cancel any session due to insufficient enrollment. Participants will be notified by email or phone if a cancellation occurs.

Weather conditions:

If a workshop has been canceled due to weather conditions, every effort will be made to reschedule the workshop. Participants will be notified via email through myQuickReg.com if a cancellation occurs. Please make sure all your contact information is correct on myQuickReg.com

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In-person trainings

Other Helpful Hints: Room temperatures vary from one workshop location to another, so bring a jacket or sweater for maximum comfort.

Dietary Disclaimer:

CESA 12 makes every effort to accommodate basic dietary needs such as vegetarian, gluten-free, and basic food allergies. CESA 12 does not assume liability for adverse reactions to food consumed or items one may come into contact with while eating at a CESA 12 event. To better serve our guests with dietary restrictions or allergies, please go into your myQuickReg account and update the special accommodations section. Notice of a special dietary need must be made at the time of your registration.