AS+K? About Suicide to Save a Life Workshop Gatekeeper Workshop (2-Hours)
in Honor of Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month
Date: September 17, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM-11:30
Place: Van Gogh Elementary Lecture Hall
AS+K? About Suicide to Save a Life is recognized in the SPRC’s Best Practices Registry for community helper suicide prevention training.
AS+K? About Suicide to Save a Life teaches community partners and stakeholders to recognize the warning signs, risk factors, and suicidal communications of people in psychological distress. In two three-hour workshops, AS+K? assists community helpers to identify what action to take to support someone recognized at risk for suicide.
The AS+K? workshop provides participants with an overview of
Safe messaging
Basic epidemiology of suicide
The public health approach to suicide prevention
Risk and protective factors and warning signs often associated with suicide
AS+K? Community Helper Model
Role plays to support learning outcomes
AS+K? Preguntar sobre el suicidio para salvar una vida – Taller de Gatekeeper (2 horas)
En honor al Mes de Concientización y Prevención del Suicidio
📅 Fecha: 17 de septiembre de 2025
⏰ Hora: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
📍 Lugar: Van Gogh Elementary Lecture Hall
AS+K? Preguntar sobre el suicidio para salvar una vida está reconocido en el Registro de Mejores Prácticas del SPRC para la capacitación en prevención del suicidio dirigida a ayudantes comunitarios.
AS+K? enseña a socios comunitarios y a las partes interesadas a reconocer las señales de advertencia, los factores de riesgo y las comunicaciones suicidas de personas en crisis psicológica. En dos talleres de tres horas, AS+K? ayuda a los ayudantes comunitarios a identificar qué acciones tomar para apoyar a alguien que se reconozca en riesgo de suicidio.
El taller AS+K? ofrece a los participantes una visión general de:
Mensajes seguros
Epidemiología básica del suicidio
El enfoque de salud pública para la prevención del suicidio
Factores de riesgo y de protección, y señales de advertencia asociadas con el suicidio
El Modelo de Ayudante Comunitario AS+K?
Ejercicios de representación de roles para apoyar los resultados de aprendizaje
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Bus #3 will now stop at Walmart – Donna’s Southeast Parking Lot.
Afternoon pickup is at 4:15 PM — students not picked up by this time will be returned to campus.
On Tuesday, Sept. 16, in celebration of Mexican Independence Day, students may wear an appropriate Mexican shirt.
Regular uniform bottoms are still required.
Thank you! Go Knights!
El martes 16 de septiembre, en celebración del Día de la Independencia de México, los estudiantes pueden usar una camisa mexicana apropiada.
Todavía se requieren los pantalones del uniforme regular.
¡Gracias! ¡Go Knights!
📢 Reminder!
Tomorrow (Thursday, Sept. 11) is Regular Uniform Day — please wear Thursday’s uniform. No jeans allowed.
📢 ¡Recordatorio!
Mañana (jueves, 11 de septiembre) es Día de Uniforme Regular — por favor usen el uniforme de jueves. No se permiten jeans.
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Septiembre es el Mes de la Concientización sobre la Prevención del Suicidio. En Vanguard Academy, estamos comprometidos con el bienestar de nuestros estudiantes, personal y familias. Recuerda, no estás solo(a). Siempre hay ayuda disponible: ✅ Llama o envía un mensaje de texto al 988 ✅ Chatea en 988lifeline.org ✅ En una emergencia, marca 911 #MesDePrevenciónDelSuicidio #TúImportas #LíneaDeVida988 #VanguardSePreocupa
🌟 Celebrating Our Vanguard Moms! 🌟
We’re so proud of the amazing Vanguard Academy mothers who took part in the She Succeeds: Workshops for Women in the Workforce at the Dustin Michael Sekula Library this week.
By investing in their growth—exploring new career paths, learning online job tools, and sharpening interview skills—they’re proving it’s never too late to chase your dreams.
Your dedication inspires us all. Keep shining Vanguard moms!
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AVISO IMPORTANTE
Por favor revise el volante a continuación para obtener información importante sobre el consentimiento de los padres para los servicios de salud de los niños a partir del 1 de septiembre de 2025.
REGULAR SCHOOL DAY – MONDAY
📅 Labor Day – September 1, 2025
✅ Classes will be held as usual
✅ All students are expected to attend
Thank you! Go Knights!!
Are you looking to advance your career or re-enter the workforce? We're excited to share an amazing opportunity happening in Edinburg!
"She Succeeds: Workshops for Women in the Workforce" is a FREE workshop series at the Dustin Michael Sekula Library, running every Tuesday in September at 10:00 a.m.
✅ What's included: • Career Exploration & Smart Goals (Sept 2) • Online Job Platforms and Networking (Sept 9) • Resume & Interview Essentials (Sept 16) • Professional Appearance & Styling (Sept 23) • Career Fair (Sept 30)
Plus, participants who complete the program will receive professional attire and a certificate of completion! 🎓👗
This is perfect for parents looking to:
Explore new career paths
Strengthen job search skills
Build professional networks
Prepare for interviews with confidence
Registration is NOW OPEN! Click on this link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzelmzfIta3ba4oK1JkLwuab1ydjqsPjytZKVyhxViAWFepA/viewform
Let's support each other in reaching our professional goals! Tag a fellow parent who might benefit from this opportunity. 💪
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On the last Wednesday of every month, all high school students must wear the light blue button-down shirt with navy, khaki, or black pants.
This Wednesday, we expect everyone to be in correct uniform!
Double Pick-up today due to weather conditions.
📣 Mandatory Middle School Volleyball Parent Meeting
We will have a mandatory parent meeting for all middle school volleyball players on Monday. Please plan to attend so we can go over the season schedule, expectations, and important information.
Hello Mozart Families,
Bus #3 will now be stopping at Walmart-Donna's Southeast Parking Lot!
Pickup Time: 6:45-7:15am
Bus departs at 7:15am sharp. No Exceptions!
PM drop off is at 4:15pm. If students are not picked up by 4:45pm, they will be returned to campus.
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