The Colorado Society of School Psychologists is holding the Evergreen High School community in our hearts after yesterday’s heartbreaking tragedy. We grieve with students, families, educators, and all those impacted.

One of our own CSSP board members was present at Evergreen High School and is safe. We are grateful — and at the same time, we mourn alongside all who are hurting.

We also want to make sure support is accessible for everyone in this difficult time. Please share these resources widely:

For Youth & Families
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (https://988lifeline.org) – Call, text, or chat 988 anytime.
I Matter Colorado (https://imattercolorado.org) – Up to 6 free counseling sessions for youth 18 and under.
Safe2Tell (https://safe2tell.org) – Anonymous reporting of threats or safety concerns.
Colorado Crisis Services (https://coloradocrisisservices.org) – Call 1-844-493-8255 or text TALK to 38255, available 24/7.

For Educators & School Staff
Colorado Educator Support Program (https://coloradoeducatorsupportcoalition.org/) – Free, confidential counseling designed specifically for educators, school mental health providers, and staff.

Professional Guidance
NASP: Responding to a Mass Casualty Event at a School (https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/systems-level-prevention/responding-to-a-mass-casualty-event-at-a-school)
NASP: Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Families and Educators (https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/violence-prevention-and-safety/talking-to-children-about-violence-tips-for-families-and-educators)
ASCA: Helping Students After a School Tragedy (https://schoolcounselor.org/Publications-Research/Publications/Free-ASCA-Resources/Helping-Students-After-a-School-Tragedy)
SAMHSA: Tips for Talking to Children and Youth After Traumatic Events (https://store.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/d7/priv/sma12-4732.pdf)
NCTSN: Resources for Community Violence (https://www.nctsn.org/what-is-child-trauma/trauma-types/community-violence)

✨ To our colleagues and community: please remember it is normal to feel a wide range of emotions in the wake of such violence. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength — for students, families, and for us as adults and educators.

Together, we stand with Evergreen. Together, we heal.