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Portland Public Schools is undertaking a districtwide rightsizing process to better align our schools, programs, and resources with the needs of today’s students and the realities shaping our future.
Reducing access to lethal means during a mental health crisis is one of the most effective strategies for suicide prevention. The resources below provide families and staff with practical guidance, training, and strategies for reducing access during periods of elevated risk.
Learn more about approaches to lethal means safety, conversations with families, and practices that can help reduce access to potentially lethal methods during a crisis.
A practical guide from the Suicide Prevention Resource Center outlining steps families can take during a suicidal crisis, including safer firearm storage, limiting access to medications, and connecting with treatment and support.
View Family Resource Guide →A free two-hour online training designed to strengthen knowledge and confidence when talking with individuals and families about access to lethal means and strategies for increasing safety.
Access CALM Training →The Be SMART framework helps parents and other adults normalize conversations about gun safety and take responsible actions that can help prevent child gun deaths and injuries.
Learn More About Be SMART →