Ohio’s 133rd General Assembly enacted House Bill 123, the “Safety and Violence Education Students (SAVE Students) Act,” regarding school security and youth suicide awareness education and training. This Bill includes requirements for suicide prevention and violence prevention education in addition to education surrounding social inclusion. Beginning July 2023 and each subsequent year, each grade level 6-12 must include at least one hour in each of the following topics…
Suicide Awareness and Prevention
Safety Training and Violence Prevention
Social Inclusion
Upon written request of the student's parent or guardian, a student shall be excused from taking instruction in suicide and violence prevention.
Grades 6 will be using approved curriculums through Erika’s Lighthouse and Sandy Hook Promise. Lessons will be taught in the classroom by the 6th grade counselor, Emily Sewall.