Friday, January 31, 2020

Important Update

Dear Parents/Guardians,

I am writing to provide a brief update on the tragic news shared early this morning and to provide information on support available at CCHS this weekend.  

 Today staff members from CPS, CCHS, and Carlisle went to each class to notify students and staff of the dreadful news.  We had a team of people supporting students and staff.  We remain in close contact with the family, and they are so gracious and kind while dealing with grief beyond words.  Our thoughts are with them.

 Below is correspondence from Dr. Hunter that includes resources and information about this weekend.  

 Take care of yourself and each other.

 Warmly,

 Michael Mastrullo
Principal

Dear Community, 
The recent death of our student, Chase Bjork,  has impacted many if not all of us in some way. This is a tragedy for the Bjork family, for our school and for our community, and we are all deeply saddened by what has happened. We are grieving the loss of one of our own.
Support for anyone in need is being offered in multiple forms: 
  • There will be Open Hours at CCHS on Saturday, Feb. 1, from 11 AM - 1 PM and Sunday, February 2, from 2 PM - 4 PM with counselors present for anyone (students, parents, faculty, and community members).

  • The bottom of this message has a list of Mental Health Resources for Youth and Families.
  • The school is working closely with the Riverside Community Care, a Department of Mental Health funded organization that provides support to schools and communities following suicides. They are helping us to plan student support groups, conduct staff training and provide more resources for parents. More information will be forthcoming.
  • Counselors and teachers at the schools are providing ongoing support to students. This support will continue over the coming days and weeks.
  • More supports and training will be available through the Center for Parents and Teachers, the Parent Teacher Groups, and Riverside Community Care. 
This is a time for our community to grieve and there are no easy answers. We need to be accessible to one another and to truly listen when someone opens up to us. In short, we need to be here for each other during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Dr. Laurie Hunter, Superintendent

Mental Health Services for Youth and Families
This list of resources is presented in an attempt to provide options for those seeking assistance. 
Their mention herein does not necessarily indicate the endorsement of Concord-Carlisle High School. 

LOCAL AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES 
CCHS Guidance Dept. (978)341-2941 or (978)341-2924 
Emerson Hospital (978) 369-1400
Advocates 800-640-5432 (mobile risk assessment service)
Concord Emergency Services (police & fire dispatch) (978)318-3400
Domestic Violence Victim Assistance Program (800)799-7233
Elliot Community Health Services (800)988-1111 
Concord Health Department (978)318-3275
William James College Interface, Help-Line, Website:  www.interface.williamjames.edu;  617-332-3666,  x 411

HELP FOR TEENS 
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800)273-TALK (24 hr.) 
National Hope Line Network (800)442-HOPE (4673)
Covenant House Nine Line (800) 999-9999 
Boston Emergency Screening Team (800) 981-HELP 
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (800) 841-8371 
Fenway Community Health Center Peer Listening Line 
(Hotline for GLBT teens) (800) 399-7337 
Samaritans Teen Line (For Teens Only) (800) 525-TEEN (24hrs.) 

HELP FOR FAMILIES 
Riverside Emergency Services Team 24-hr Crisis Line:  (800) 529-5077 
Parental Stress Line (800) 632-8188 (24 hrs.) 
Samaritans Hotline (617) 247-0220 (24 hrs.) 
Riverside Outpatient Center (617) 969-4925 

SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT AND SUPPORT 
MA Substance Abuse Information and Education Help Line (800) 327-5050 
Substance Abuse Treatment Referral (800) 662-HELP 
Alcoholics Anonymous (Boston) (617) 426-9444 
Al-Ateen 508-366-0556

WEBSITES

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