(Submitted by BG Superintendent Francis Scruci)
Dear Parents,
As you were made aware last week, the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why is generating a lot of publicity nationwide with both students and parents. We understand that the topic of mental health and suicide is a difficult, but very necessary conversation to have with your teen. In an effort to partner with our parents and assist you with discussing these issues, we invite you to join us for “Adolescents and Mental Health: Discussing 13 Reasons Why.” This program is brought to you by BGCS Department of Instruction and will feature: Jake Tapley, Professional School Counselor at BGMS, and Elizabeth Syrowski, District Behavior Specialist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor.
This program is designed to help parents identify the warning signs of mental health issues, discuss the implications of suicide, and address some of the apprehension behind 13 Reasons Why. We will involve you in discussion about the Netflix series as well as provide you with strategies and resources to approach the subject if needed.
Please join us on Wednesday May 10th in the Performing Arts Center beginning at 7:00 p.m.
This program is open to all parents.
Thank You,
Dr. Ann McCarty
Executive Director of Teaching & Learning
