ANTI-BULLYING & SUICIDE PREVENTION
Accelerated Schools of Overland Park encourages students, parents and staff members to report any incidence of bullying. In addition, staff are trained in suicide prevention as part of their professional development. For example, in February 2026, staff received QPR Institute’s industry-leading suicide prevention “Gatekeeper Training.” ASOP also occasionally holds awareness activities at school, 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.
HOTLINES
National Suicide Hotline:
Call 988 or text HELP to 988
Online Chat: 988lifeline.org
Johnson County (KS) Mental Health Crisis Hotline: 913-268-0156
HeadQuarters Kansas Crisis Hotline: 785-841-2345
Kansas Crisis Helpline (domestic violence and sexual assault): 888-363-2287
Jackson County (MO) Mental Health Crisis Hotline: 888-279-8188
RESOURCES
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: National suicide hotline providing 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
HeadQuarters Kansas: Provides vital services in moments of need to support safety, reduce suicide and build resilience across Kansas
Jason Foundation: Suicide awareness and prevention information
Johnson County Mental Health Center: Offering a full array of mental health services in five separate facilities located throughout the county
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.