School Safety & Prevention System

The School Safety and Prevention System is designed to provide school districts with a multi-tiered system of supports ranging from curriculum-based universal prevention programs, to safety-based crisis interventions. These offerings include:

  • Suicide prevention services
  • Behavioral safety assessments
  • Access to the SafeOregon Tip Line &
  • Positive school culture and climate support that includes programs to promote mental health and well-being in school districts statewide and prevent bullying, cyberbullying, and harassment, and intimidation.

All of these services and supports align with ODE’s Integrated Model of Mental and Emotional Health in that they are equity and racial equity-centered, evidence-based, trauma-informed, and strengths-focused.

School Safety & Prevention Specialists SSPS

Our SSPSs are available to provide consultation, technical assistance, and training to the schools in our region, as well as provide leadership for our Crisis Response Team and Behavioral Safety Assessment System.

Lisa Victor

lisa_victor@soesd.k12.or.us

541-776-8590 ext. 3148

Behavioral Safety Assessment
Flight Team Lead
Positive School Culture & Climate Support

Lucina Armstrong Michaud

lucina_michaud@soesd.k12.or.us
541-833-0181
Suicide Prevention, Intervention, & Postvention
Oregon Tip Line
Positive School Culture & Climate Support

Educators

If you are a staff member at a school within the Southern Oregon Education Service District and would like to request support from the SSPS team, please contact Lucina or Lisa. 

You can also request support or resources from a wide variety of available offerings through the Menu of Supports and Resources.

Flight Team (Crisis Response)

SOESD Regional Flight Team offers crisis support for all school districts in the Jackson, Josephine and Klamath counties. Our purpose is to collaborate with schools following a crisis, offering support to students and staff members helping them grieve, manage trauma, and memorialize. Our Flight team leads also offer consultation and resources to school administrators as they coordinate efforts to promote stability and healing in their community.

Flight Team Coordinator:

Kylee Harrison, kylee_harrison@soesd.k12.or.us

Flight Team Lead:

lisa_victor@soesd.k12.or.us

Crisis Response Guide for Schools: Download the SOESD Flight Team Manual

Key Information for Flight Team Support 

WHAT IS CONSIDERED A CRISIS

  • The death or serious injury of a student or staff member.
  • An event that destabilizes the school community.

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE FLIGHT TEAM

  • Administrator consultation
  • Student support 
  • Staff support
  • Referrals and Resources
  • Post crisis follow up consultation 

WHO MAKES UP THE FLIGHT TEAM

  • Administrators, mental health interventionists, counselors, educators, and community partners
  • Trained in providing both the emotional support and communication assistance needed after a tragedy or loss. 
  • Have a common language and protocol to ensure resources are provided timely and that communication is easy for the district requiring support. 

HOW TO BECOME A TEAM MEMBER

  • Attend Flight Team member training 
  • Must have flexibility/permission from your school/org to respond to a crisis 

Grief and Loss Resources 

School Staff Resources

Bullying Prevention – Every Student Belongs

The Oregon Department of Education recognizes that student health and safety are the cornerstone of education and that all students are entitled to a high-quality educational experience, free from discrimination or harassment based on perceived race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin, and without fear or hatred, racism or violence

All staff and leaders are also entitled to work in environments that are free from discrimination or harassment, and visitors should be able to participate in school activities without fear for their safety. 

The Every Student Belongs rule is an important step in creating safe and inclusive school climates where all who participate in our school communities feel welcome.

Guidance

Oregon State Law Requirements – ORD 339.351

ODE Bullying Guidance & Bullying Guidance: Spanish Language Version

ODE Every Student Belongs, Every Student Belongs (OAR 581-022-2312), Every Student Belong Bias Incident Response Guide 

SOESD Technical Assistance

Contact your SSPS team to receive support and or resources regarding:

  • Positive school culture and climate support
  • Programs to promote mental health and well-being
  • Programs to prevent bullying, cyberbullying, and harassment, and intimidation.

School Safety & Prevention Specialist, Lisa Victor,  lisa_victor@soesd.k12.or.us

School Safety & Prevention Specialist, Lucina Armstrong Michaud,  lucina_michaud@soesd.k12.or.us

Resources

BULLYING RESOURCES

  • Anti-Defamation League (ADL) – A leading anti-hate organization. 
  • Beyond Differences – Inspiring students to end social isolation. 
  • Bystander Revolution – Videos for students and educators centered on bullying. 
  • Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) – Definitions and information on bullying. 
  • The Bully Project – A social action campaign inspired by the award-winning film BULLY. 
  • Embrace Civility – Insights and resources for parents on bullying and bullying resolutions. 
  • Girls Inc – Inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. 
  • Girls Leadership – Teaches girls to exercise the power of their voice. 
  • Hands Project – Oregon based organization centered on abuse and violence prevention. 
  • Love is Louder – Tips, tools, and ideas for action centered on emotional health. 
  • National School Climate Center (NSCC) – Tools, trainings, and resources in bullying prevention. 
  • No Bully – Anti-bullying organization with information and resources. 
  • Pacers – National Bullying Prevention Center with tips, tools, and resources. 
  • Positive Behavioral Interventions & Support (PBIS) – Bullying prevention tools and resources. 
  • Say Something Now – Children’s books and essays centered on the topic of bullying. 
  • Stomp Out Bullying – National nonprofit dedicated to changing the culture for all students. 
  • Stop Bullying – Oregon Anti-Bullying Laws & Policies. 
  • Trudy Ludwig – Children books with themes of social emotional learning/bullying prevention. 

CYBERBULLYING

  • Cyberbullying Research Center – Information and resources related to cyberbullying. 
  • Cyberwise – Help youth and parents use technology safely and wisely. 
  • Digizen – Information for parents and youth on how to be responsible digital citizens. 
  • National Crime Prevention Council – Information on how to curve the problem of cyberbullying. 
  • Working to Halt Online Abuse – A site for youth who experience online harassment. 

LGBTQ+ 

  • Glsen – Works to ensure LGBTQ students are able to learn and grow in a school environment free from bullying and harassment. 
  • It Gets Better – Project’s mission is to uplift, empower, and connect LGBTQ+ around the globe. 
  • Oregon Youth LGBTQ+ Resource List – Oregon list of resources categorized by county.

Behavior Safety Assessment (BSAT)

SOESD partners with district education staff, public mental health, law enforcement, and juvenile justice agencies to provide Behavior Safety Assessment (formerly threat assessment)to all participating school districts in Jackson, Josephine and Klamath counties. 

A Behavioral Safety Assessment helps identify situations that could potentially lead to violence or harm. It evaluates the severity of these risks and creates safety plans and monitoring strategies. Southern Oregon Service District utilizes an assessment protocol modeled after the Salem-Kaiser Cascade Student Threat Assessment. This protocol is comprehensive, grounded in research, emphasizes equity, is trauma informed, and prioritizes the needs of students and the community. Its objective is to enhance both physical and psychological safety within school environments.

Behavioral Safety Assessment Process


LEVEL 1 Behavior Safety (Threat) Assessment Forms & Guidance

The initial assessment of concerning statements or behaviors is addressed at the school level.  Most safety threats fall within the Level 1 protocol conducted by a school-based team composed of an Administrator, School Counselor/School Psychologist/School Social Worker, and an SRO/YSO or representative from law enforcement.

Recommendations for schools:

  • establish a reporting system that is continually monitored and allows for anonymous reporting
  • have a behavioral safety assessment team to evaluate these reports and respond to threats utilizing an evidence based threat model (Salem-Kaiser, etc.) 
  • Ongoing Training 
  • Refer to Level 2 team for additional resources when determined high level of risk or in need of specialized resources

To access Level 1 Behavioral Safety (Threat) Assessment document please click LEVEL 1 BSAT FORM. (To utilize this document you must have a member of your team who has attended a Level 1 training).

LEVEL 2 Behavioral Safety Team

Jackson County Level 2 Team: The Level 2 protocol, which is followed if there is a perceived high risk, is a collaborative, multidisciplinary effort involving representatives from schools, public mental health, law enforcement, juvenile justice, child welfare, and other community-based services.  Schools may partner with the L2 team for assessments and recommendations by submitting a request via email to schoolsafety@soesd.k12.or.us 

SOESD Services

  • Training
  • Consultation for Level 1
  • Level II Behavior Safety (threat) Assessments for Jackson County

Jackson County Level 2 Request 

Email request to: schoolsafety@soesd.k12.or.us

Jackson County Referral Form

Resources

BSAT Brochures 

      • coming soon

BSAT Flowchart Levels 1 and 2

      • coming soon

Oregon Department of Human Services

Mental Health/Crisis Support

Law Enforcement contacts

    • Jackson County
      • Coming soon
    • Josephine County
      • Coming soon
    • Klamath County
      • Coming soon

 

Sexual Incident Response Committee (SIRC)

The Sexual Incident Response Committee (SIRC) utilizes the Salem-Keizer model for a thorough, multi-disciplinary, multi-stage assessment (Levels 1 & 2) and intervention process. This approach fosters teamwork and shared responsibility with key community agencies, improves safety in schools and communities, and supports effective interventions for students and their families. For additional support related to SIRC please contact Lisa Victor or Lucina Armstrong Michaud.

SIRC RESOURCE FOLDER (including Level 1 Protocol form)

Disclaimer: You may be held liable for using the following materials without completing Level 1 SIRC training. Contact Lisa Victor or Lucina Armstrong Michaud for questions regarding upcoming trainings or support. 

 

Resources

Suicide Prevention, Intervention, & Prevention

SOUTHERN OREGON ESD

  • Recognizes that physical and mental health impacts student learning and the learning environment.  Physical and mental health and wellness are integral components of student outcomes, both  educationally and post-graduation.  
  • Further recognizes that suicide is a leading cause of death among young people aged 10 – 24 in Oregon.
  • Has an ethical responsibility to take a proactive approach in preventing suicide and educating our staff,  students and parents on suicide prevention and intervention.  
  • Acknowledges the school’s role in providing a culture and environment that is sensitive to individual  and societal factors that place youth at greater risk for suicide and helps to foster positive youth  development and resilience.  
  • Acknowledges that comprehensive suicide prevention policies include prevention, intervention, and  postvention components.  

LAW

Senate Bill 52 (SB 52), also known as Adi’s Act (ORS 339.343; OAR 581-022-2510), requires each school district school board to adopt a policy requiring a Student Suicide Prevention plan. These plans must be made available annually to students and the school district community and be posted on the district’s website, if applicable. 

Adi’s Act (ORS 339.343) further requires school districts to ensure supports for all students including LGBTQ2SIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender/non-binary, queer/questioning, twospirit, intersex, asexual, and the myriad other way to describe gender identities and sexual orientations) youth, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) and tribal communities/members/students, youth in out-of-home settings, youth with disabilities, as well as historically and currently underserved youth.

SUICIDE PREVENTION

Suicide prevention includes mental and physical wellness education, accessible resources, staff training, mental health awareness campaigns, restorative practices, and building a culture of belonging. Schools have a responsibility to take intentional steps to create a school culture that encourages positive coping skills by building protective factors while communicating about suicide in a safe and healthy way. 

Suicide prevention efforts work best when they are connected to effective intervention procedures and safe postvention efforts (the response after a suicide death). Effective suicide prevention efforts consider cultural factors, such as the role of the family, level of acculturation, language acculturation, language preferences, and religious beliefs. This includes staff and student awareness surrounding identity, human dignity, and connection.  

School District Technical Assistance

Districts and school buildings can receive a wide range of technical assistance and resources from the SSPS team, from staff training and Adi’s Act plan development and implementation to student and parent education and leadership development.

FULL MENU OF SUICIDE PREVENTION TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

FORM TO REQUEST SSPS TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Trainings

The SSPS team can support school teams in getting the appropriate suicide prevention training, including:

  • QPR
    • Staff
    • Student
    • Parent
  • ASIST
  • CALM / OCALM
  • Connect Postvention
  • YouthSave
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid
  • Sources of Strength
  • And more

CLICK HERE TO REQUEST STAFF TRAINING

Suicide Prevention Resources

LOCAL RESOURCES

PARENTS

YOUTH

SafeOregon Tip Line

SafeOregon is a way for students, staff, or other members of the public to anonymously report and share confidential information about a threat to student safety.

Trained call center staff are available 24-hours-a day, 365 days a year to receive tips by phone, text, mobile app, email, or website.

Information received through the tip line is analyzed and forwarded to designated point of contacts at the school such as the principal, assistant principal, or counselor for response. Local law enforcement may also be contacted if the school requests assistance and/or the incident is a critical life safety matter.

SafeOregon became law through HB 4075 (2016) as a result of recommendations from the Oregon Task Force on School Safety charged with improving safety and security at schools across the state.

NOTE: SafeOregon is NOT a complaint line, crisis line or replacement for 9-1-1.

 

STUDENTS & CAREGIVERS

Report A Tip

 

EDUCATORS

Administrators can contact Lucina at lucina_michaud@soesd.k12.or.us to get support signing up and promoting this program in your school.

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