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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. 
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Brownfields Elementary School supports suicide prevention campaign efforts to educate, inform, and bring awareness to what many have referred to as a “Silent Epidemic” among our youth. 

Research indicates that incorporating suicide prevention activities in schools will provide students with the following:  
  • An opportunity to increase knowledge about current statistics and common myths regarding  youth suicide 
  • The ability to assist family and friends who might be depressed or may consider suicide  
  • The ability to recognize warning signs associated with suicidal thoughts  
  • An opportunity to pledge support for themselves and/or friends regarding suicide prevention  

Here is a parent resource link: https://afsp.org/teens-and-suicide-what-parents-should-know/ 
In addition, this will be the second school year to recognize a district-wide Sunshine Day, which will focus on mental health, self-worth, uniqueness, and suicide prevention.  EBRPSS will celebrate Sunshine Day on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.  Each school community will be encouraged to take part by wearing yellow, to participate in World Suicide Prevention Day, and to celebrate EVERY life is beautiful!  This week, anchor lessons and meaningful activities will be implemented at our school. 

Parents, we need your help!
​ The district needs you to complete the Economic Data Forms for our Child Nutrition Program. The information from these forms help us provide free and low-cost meals to students across our district. You can access the digital application below or you can request a paper copy. Deadline is September 20, 2024. Thank you for your assistance! 
https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/PickDistrict