Tag: Families

Recognize the Warning Signs for Suicide to Save Lives! (NAMI NH) [May 2019]

Sometimes it can be difficult to tell warning signs from “normal” behavior, especially in adolescents. Ask yourself, Is the behavior I am seeing very different for this particular person? Also, recognize that sometimes those who are depressed can appear angry, irritable, and/or hostile in addition to withdrawn and quiet. Learn more about warning signs by …

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Indicators of School Crime & Safety: 2018 (IES) [April 2019]

This report covers topics such as victimization, teacher injury, bullying and electronic bullying, school conditions, fights, weapons, availability and student use of drugs and alcohol, student perceptions of personal safety at school, and criminal incidents at postsecondary institutions. Indicators of crime and safety are compared across different population subgroups and over time. Data on crimes …

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CloseUp: Preventing school shootings in NH (WMUR) [April 2019]

CloseUp: Preventing school shootings in NH April 21, 2019 MANCHESTER, N.H. — As the fight over control rages on at the State House, New Hampshire law enforcement officials work around that debate to improve school safety. Resources are available here: https://schoolsafetyresources.nh.gov/ https://www.wmur.com/article/closeup-preventing-school-shootings-in-nh/27218116

Violence Prevention in Schools (FBI) [March 2017)

Practical advice gathered from experienced school resource officers on how law enforcement, schools, and districts can work together to keep schools safe. Includes best practices on: • Choosing a school resource officer • Establishing parameters • Necessary training and resources • Working with school officials • Challenges • Legal matters • School climate • Reporting …

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School Bus Traffic Safety Facts (NHTSA) [May 2016]

A school-transportation-related crash is a crash that involves, either directly or indirectly, a school bus body vehicle or a non-school bus functioning as a school bus, transporting children to or from school or school-related activities. In this fact sheet school-age children are defined as children 18 and younger.

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Suicide Prevention Resources for Parents/Guardians/Families (SPRC) [July 2017]

This sheet lists a selection of websites and online information sheets that have suicide prevention resources for parents, guardians, and other family members. The resources provide guidance on talking with your child if you think he or she may be at risk for suicide and on coping with a suicide attempt or death. A few …

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NH Senate Bill 11: Relative to “relative to mental health services and making appropriations therefor.” (NH Senate) [January 2019]

SENATE BILL 11 AN ACT relative to mental health services and making appropriations therefor. SPONSORS: Sen. Sherman, Dist 24; Sen. Rosenwald, Dist 13; Sen. Chandley, Dist 11; Sen. Levesque, Dist 12; Sen. Cavanaugh, Dist 16; Sen. Dietsch, Dist 9; Sen. Morgan, Dist 23; Sen. Kahn, Dist 10; Sen. Watters, Dist 4; Sen. Fuller Clark, Dist …

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Choose Love Movement Overview Training (NH Fire Academy & EMS) [March 2019]

The NH Fire Academy and EMS has developed an online program for everyone to participate in. This program is good for one hour of CEU for first responders & teachers, and teaches participants about the program focused on social and emotional learning. Additionally, it discussed how it applies to the first responder and educational community. …

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See Something Say Something™ for Education Posters (DHS) [March 2019]

See Something Say Something™ for Education Videos (DHS) [March 2019]