Sample Letter - Suicide Death Of A Student - Mccpta printable pdf download

Sample Letter - Suicide Death Of A Student - Mccpta

Sample Letter - Suicide Death of a Student

Dear (school name) Families:

It is with sadness that I inform you of the death of (student’s name). (Insert appropriate

details about the student’s death that have been approved by the family for release to

the community.)

The school community is saddened by the reported suicide of (student’s name). The

death of any member of our school community is a loss, but learning that (student’s

name) took (his/her) own life is a tragedy that may be more difficult to accept. Some

of your children may be wondering what they could have done to prevent this. Although

feelings of anger, hurt, guilt, or sadness are natural following a suicide, please assure

them that none of us can assume responsibility because the ultimate decision was

not ours to make.

A support team of psychologists, counselors, and pupil personnel workers form

Montgomery County Public Schools has worked with our staff members to provide

counseling and support to students. Those who want additional support should see their

school counselor. Additionally, we encourage students to support one another.

I know you join me in extending our heartfelt sympathy to (student’s name) family, friends,

and relative.

Please do not hesitate to contact the school at (telephone number) if you have any

concerns, or the Montgomery County Crisis Center, which is available 24 hours a day at

240-777-4000. We will work together to assist students, parents, and staff members

during this difficult time.

Sincerely,

Principal

XXX:xxx

Sample Letter - Suicide Death Of A Student - Mccpta