September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month is a time to raise awareness, shift public perception, spread hope, and share vital information for people impacted by suicide. Read More
Mental Health Services
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Mental health affects how we think, feel, and act; how we handle stress, make choices, and relate to others. Biological factors, family history, one’s own life experiences, and other factors can impact and determine an individual’s or community’s mental health. When one’s mental health is negatively impacted, that person may start to develop symptoms of a mental health disorder.
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News and Events
Dial 988 to reach the National Suicide Prevention and Crisis Lifeline.
988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. While some areas may currently be able to connect to the Lifeline by dialing 988, this dialing code will be available to everyone across the United States starting on July 16, 2022. Read More
New Webpages: Mental Health Resources for BSD Families
The BSD website has been updated to include a Mental Health Services section, which expands mental health resources for students and families.Read More
Community Mental Health Forum Series – Is It Time to Talk to Your Kids About Drugs?
This virtual session invites students and parents to watch together and discuss topics related to substance use.Read More
Community Mental Health Forum Series – Signs of Suicide Presentation
As a part of the Community Mental Health Forum series, families were invited to learn more about the Signs of Suicide during an in-person presentation on December 8, 2021.Read More
Let’s Talk with Interim Superintendent Jarvis: Crisis Response and Mental Health Resources
Dr. Art Jarvis shares a message with BSD families around the importance of community during crisis and the outpouring of support in our learning community as we navigate tragedy together. He also stresses the value of mental health supports and provides information on resources available for BSD students, staff and families. Read More