Always check BOE policy for action steps moving forward

Ascertain if siblings are in other district schools

Contact and inform BOE

Contact District Administration

Assemble the Crisis Team to prepare and plan. Contact neighboring district’s if additional social workers/counselors are needed

Admin makes a personal call to all teachers of the student

Assign a counselor/social worker to go to each class of the student, to support students and teachers

Communicate with staff regarding the issue and next steps

Schedule voluntary morning staff meeting to have face-to-face contact and answer questions

Send communication out to parents regarding the issue that includes plan and support provided that day (not the grieving family)

Admin makes a personal contact with the grieving family

Work with Crisis/Safety Team to create any commemorative or vigil activities if applicable

Debrief situation with Crisis/Safety Team/Admins.