School Districts Resources
School Districts must work with community partners (emergency managers, fire/rescue, law enforcement & businesses) to prevent, prepare, respond & recover in suicide potential events or losses.
The Nebraska State Legislators implemented additional requirements beginning in school year 2023-24, all public-school employees who interact with students and any other appropriate personnel, as determined by the school superintendent, shall receive at least one hour of behavioral and mental health training with a focus on suicide awareness and prevention training each year.
The training shall be provided within the framework of existing in-service training programs offered by the State Department of Education or as part of required professional development activities.
The list of approved trainings by the NDE.
As well, here is the Overview of Suicide/Mental Health Awareness Training Options
School Districts have access to learn more about suicide prevention and protective factors found in the Nebraska School Suicide Prevention Resource Guide. There are many links and resources within the guide to assist school communities.
Toolkits to Help School Districts
Toolkit for Risk Assessment Screening: This four-page document provides an overview of factors that schools should consider when developing suicide risk screening procedures. Summaries of current related suicide screening research and recommendations from professional organizations are included.
Toolkit for Supporting Students During Re-entry After a Suicide Related Incident: This is a collection of resources to assist schools in providing targeted support for students re-entering school after a suicide attempt or related absence since there is an elevated suicide risk during the initial weeks after their return.
Toolbox for Student Assistance
The Student Toolbox has information and resources to be better prepared to find support for a student or a student finding it for themselves. It is meant for middle and high school students.
