ANTI-BULLYING & SUICIDE AWARENESS

Accelerated Schools of Overland Park encourages students, parents and staff members to report any incidence of bullying. In addition, ASOP holds multiple awareness activities throughout the school year, with the goal of creating a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Some of the many available resources that address bullying and suicide prevention are listed below.

Resources

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Access to free, one-on-one assistance from qualified counselors 24/7/365

• American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: Voluntary health organization dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide

• Bullying: What You Need to Know: Information for families and educators on bullying, risk factors, and what to do if a child is being bullied, provided by the Kansas Technical Assistance System Network

• The Bully Project: Film and activism site with tools for educators, parents, students, advocates and those interested in helping those with special needs

• PACER’S National Bullying Prevention Center: Addressing bullying through creative, relevant, and interactive resources

• Stomp Out Bullying: Leading national nonprofit dedicated to changing the culture for all students

• StopBullying.Gov: Official anti-bullying website of the U.S. Government, offering resources for teachers and parents to help prevent and stop bullying.