Student Wellness and Prevention
Our Mission: All DCSD students will know when to get help and where to get help.
Creating a Safe & Supportive Environment for All Students
Douglas County School District values the safety and well-being of each student. In fact, we know before we can create an environment conducive to learning, our students must feel safe, secure and supported. That is why we have developed an innovative Student Wellness & Prevention Framework to proactively address bullying, suicide, and school violence.
Student Wellness & Prevention Framework is designed to:
- Support parents, students, staff and administration in encouraging positive social-emotional development
- Empower healthy habits among students
- Educate kids about when and where to get help for themselves or a peer
- Meet the requirements of the Concerning Measures to Reduce the Frequency of Bullying in Schools ACT (Colorado HB 1254)
Monthly Topics:
August - Introduction Message & Resources
September - Identifying & Communicating Feelings
October - How To Help A Friend In Need
November - How & When To Report
December - Healthy Habits, Self-Care & Coping Skills
January - Recap of 1st Semester (Feeling Identification, Helping A Friend, How/When To Report, Healthy Habits)
February - Sources of Support
March - Are You Helping Or Hurting Someone?
April - Recap of Healthy Habits, Self-Care & Coping Skills
May - Summer Resources
*Parent letters with resources are linked below.
Additional Resources and Sources of Support
| 911 | If there is an immediate threat to your child or other students, call local law enforcement at 911. |
| LIFELINE 1-800-273-TALK |
The National Suicide Preention Lifeline provides a 24 hour crisis line for those who are thinking of suicide. They also help those who are feeling hopeless or know someone that is. |
| Metro Crisis Line 888-885-1222 |
Metro Crisis Services offers a hotline for those struggling with a mental or emotional problem, getting into trouble with drugs or alcohol, having family or relationship problems, or problems at work or school. Support and guidance is free and confidential |
| Safe2Tell 877-542-SAFE |
SAFE2TELL is designed to help YOU anonymously report any threatening behavior that endangers you, your friends, your family, or your community. |
| DCSD Bullying Prevention Link | The DCSD School District features a comprehensive page on bullying prevention |
august wellness
Bully Prevention Recommendations for Parents - October
Bullying Behavior vs. Normal Conflict - October
Bullying-How to Help Your Child
February Wellness Letter
Get Informed About Bullying - November_Article
January Wellness Letter
November Parent Wellness Letter
October Wellness
Restorative Practices in the Classroom - Key Ideas