Suicide Prevention: A conversation focused on saving our teenager's lives

Parents, we invite you to join us for a Parent Education Series event that is aimed at saving lives and protecting our teenagers from dangerous behaviors. Especially in light of recent tragedies involving suicide at South and other area high schools, our February 25th Parent Education Session will focus on how we, as parents and educators, can work together to prevent suicide. A rich panel of educators and therapists, drawn from our very own South Eugene High School Care Team, will be on hand to present information and lead discussion on the following topics:

* What are the indicators that a teenager may be at risk of attempting suicide?
* What resources are available to teenage peers, parents, or school staff if they are concerned about one of our teens?
* What prevention strategies exist for parents and others to use?
* What curriculum and programs are available in school to help prevent such tragedies?

Please join us in the South cafeteria from 7:30-8:30 p.m. (following the Parent Council meeting at 6:45) on February 25th.

For more information contact Helen B. Garrett, Parent Education Series Coordinator at sehsparentcouncil@comcast.net or through the website at parentcouncil.blogspot.com