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Students describe impact of Jay Foundation mental-health program; district leaders thank volunteers
Summary
Multiple seniors told the board that the Jay Foundation presentation and the "j-boot" check-in practice helped open conversations about suicide prevention and mental health. Superintendent said 603 seniors received boots this year and praised local fundraising.
Students from East, South and Central high schools used public comment to describe the Jay Foundation's impact and urged peers and community members to check in on one another.
"The Jay Foundation is such a crucial experience to be involved in when you're a senior in high school," said Shay Prime, a senior at East High School, who told the board the program raises awareness about suicide and "crushes the stigmatism of suicide."…
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