Determine if the student is an immediate threat to themselves.

First, if there is an imminent danger (attempting to severely harm themselves in the moment) address that safety concern before initiating this process. (Call law enforcement, notify building administration and follow district safety guidelines.)

Then, notify CO administration starting with Chief Academic and SEL Officer or designee.

Interview should be completed with a school district mental health/student services staff member and/or a school administrator.

Link to Screening Assessment

Utilize the Level of Risk Document when making a determination of severity.

Place a copy in the student's temporary file and provide a copy to admistration.

Depending on the situation/level of risk, the following forms may be utilized:

• Parent Release Form- when releasing at-risk student to the parent
• Release of Information Form- between school and Dr., agencies, etc.
• Safety Plan- in most cases this would be moderate or high risk

If a student is hospitalized either through the school's risk assessment process, on their own accord, or through the support of their family/friends, etc., school personnel should follow this process:

Guidance for Re-Entry after Hospitalization

This includes holding a re-entry meeting and developing a safety plan (or reviewing/modifying a current plan).  

Each school should add information to their designated spreadsheet for risk assessments and/or hospitalizations.

To locate your school's spreadsheet click on this folder.