Michigan Association of School Psychologists (MASP):  your state-level professional organization, MASP offers professional development, advocacy, and a network of support for school psychologists in Michigan, often sharing resources relevant to student mental health and crisis intervention. Learn more at:  Michigan Association of School Psychologists (MASP)

• May 2025 (previously recorded webinar available):  Beyond the Crisis: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Suicide Prevention, Intervention, and Postvention in Schools 

TRAILS (Transforming Research into Action to Improve the Lives of Students):  a program based at the University of Michigan, TRAILS provides evidence-based mental health training and resources to schools, focusing on anxiety and depression, which are often co-occurring with suicide ideation. Learn more at: TRAILS.

TRAILS Suicide Prevention Month resources:

• PDF suitable for print or electronic distribution Grades K-5
• PDF suitable for print or electronic distribution Grades 6-12
  

TRAILS Suicide Prevention Risk Management training helps schools reduce stigma, encourage help-seeking, and connect students at risk of suicide with the care they need. There are audience-specific training options for ISD/administrators, school mental health professionals, school staff, and families, caregivers, and community members.

Other TRAILS Resources:

• Beyond the Crisis_ A Trauma-Informed Approach to Suicide Prevention, Intervention, and Postvention in Schools

• Talking to Children About Suicide

• Suicide Prevention Guide for Caregivers and Communities

• Starting the Conversation on Suicide

• Risk Factors, Warning Signs, and Protective Factors to Suicide

LivingWorks’ programs provide caregivers and other helpers with awareness and skills that help to save lives. These programs are part of national, regional, and organizational suicide prevention strategies around the world. The MSP OSS has recently included the awareness training in their school safety academies. 

• • LivingWorks Start (90 min online) 

  • LivingWorks safeTALK (½ day in person)

  • LivingWorks ASIST (2 day in person) 

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) - Suicide Prevention: MDHHS offers resources, data, and initiatives related to suicide prevention efforts across the state of Michigan. Visit their website for valuable information and programs:  MDHHS Suicide Prevention.