Parents encouraged to talk about '13 Reasons Why'
The Netflix series, “13 Reasons Why” is generating concern locally and in school districts nationwide due to its suicide-laden content. Photo courtesy of NETFLIX
Many youth are currently viewing the trending Netflix series “13 Reasons Why,” based on a young adult novel book by Jay Asher.
Medina City Schools encourages parents to talk to your children about the series and to utilize these resources to help you to do so.
School leaders would also like to repeat the caution made by many professionals that any vulnerable youth, especially those who have any degree of suicidal ideation, are not recommended to watch this series.
Parents or students can utilize the Medina City School District’s Safe School Helpline anytime by calling 1-800-412-6423 ext. 359 or visiting www.safeschoolhelpline.com.
For immediate assistance call authorities at 911.
For local assistance, call Alternative Paths, Inc., at 330-725-9195.
Additional resources can be found on the district website at www.medinabees.org under Resources/Parents at http://medina.schoolwires.net/domain/185.
Medina City Schools encourages parents to talk to your children about the series and to utilize these resources to help you to do so.
School leaders would also like to repeat the caution made by many professionals that any vulnerable youth, especially those who have any degree of suicidal ideation, are not recommended to watch this series.
Parents or students can utilize the Medina City School District’s Safe School Helpline anytime by calling 1-800-412-6423 ext. 359 or visiting www.safeschoolhelpline.com.
For immediate assistance call authorities at 911.
For local assistance, call Alternative Paths, Inc., at 330-725-9195.
Additional resources can be found on the district website at www.medinabees.org under Resources/Parents at http://medina.schoolwires.net/domain/185.