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South El Monte High School

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September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month

Posted Date: 09/03/26 (03:12 PM)


The Wellness Center will be hosting several activities throughout September to promote awareness, hope, connection, and mental health education. We encourage students to participate and learn about the importance of supporting themselves and others.

~Upcoming Activities~

September 8 – Suicide Prevention Bingo
Join us for a fun and interactive game while learning about suicide prevention and mental health awareness.

September 9 – Ending the Silence Presentation
During 4th Period
Interested in attending? Stop by the Wellness Center to sign up. Sign-up deadline: September 8

September 10 – World Suicide Prevention Day
Wear purple or teal to show your support and raise awareness for Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month.

September 11 – Mental Health Myth vs. Fact Kahoot
Test your knowledge, learn the facts, and have fun. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 scores.

September 16 – Reasons to Stay Flower Activity 
Students will create a flower representing their reasons for hope and connection. Each petal can include their goals, favorite memories, people or pets they care about, future dreams, and things that bring them comfort.

Unless otherwise noted, all activities will take place during lunch in the Wellness Center, Room 15