Student Support During Times of Grief and Loss
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We recognize the social and emotional well-being of our students and staff is critically important especially during these challenging times. The Rochester City School District (RCSD) has resources and referrals available to address the mental health, behavioral, and emotional needs of students and staff. In addition to schools supporting the educational development of students, schools play a vital role in addressing racial and social inequity.
Below is a wealth of resources that will assist families and community members with assisting with this effort and understanding what a child goes through when they experience trauma, grief or loss.
Resources for Dealing with Grief and Loss
- Wellness Tips for Grief and Loss
- Understanding the Grief Cycle
- 10 Ways you can Help Someone who is Grieving
- Helping Teenagers Cope with Grief and Loss
- Peer-to-Peer Suggestions on Dealing With Grief and Loss
- Dealing with Issues of Grief at School
- What Teachers can do to Help Students Experiencing Grief and Loss
Guidance and Resources in Assisting with Trauma, Grief and Loss
- TIG Approaching Racism and Compassion
- TIG Approaching Racism Educator Resources
- TIG Leader Guidance Discussion Guide
- TIG Leader Guidance Major Incident Crisis Leadership
- TIG Leader Guidance Major Incident Grief
- TIG Leadership Guidance Communication
- Using Responsive and Culturally Sensitive Mental Health Practices to COVID 19 in the Classroom Setting
- What Matters Is What Works: Pragmatism in Trauma Work During COVID-19
- Positive Discipline in the Era of COVID19 to Increase Student Engagement
- Speak Up Handbook
- AFSP Model School Policy
