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McMeen Elementary

Peace in Our Community

10/11/23, 12:27 PM

Dear McMeen Community,

In light of recent global events we want to take a moment to address the McMeen Community of the importance of belonging and supporting one another. Regardless of your background, identity, or beliefs, we want you to know that you are an integral part of the McMeen’s community, and your well-being and success are of the utmost importance to us.

We are proud to have a diverse student body that represents a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. This diversity is one of our greatest strengths, and it is what makes our school such a vibrant and enriching place to learn and grow.

We want to make it explicitly clear that our school is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all students, regardless of their backgrounds. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, or hate speech directed at any individual or group. Our commitment to equity and inclusion extends to everyone, and we will do everything in our power to ensure that each of you feels supported, valued, and heard.

We encourage you to engage in respectful and open dialogues about your backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs. These conversations can be enlightening and can help bridge gaps of misunderstanding and prejudice. McMeen is a place where you can learn not only from books but also from one another's experiences and perspectives.

If you ever feel marginalized, targeted, or in need of support, please know that there are resources available to you. There may be times you would like support with talking to your child about loss, depression or suicide. Please do not hesitate to reach out to our school counseling team or one of the community providers below.

Name	Number	Description
Colorado Crisis and Support Line	844-493-8255, or Text TALK to 38255	Resource for mental health, substance use, or emotional crisis help – information and referrals
National Suicide Hotline - 988	800-273-8255	24-hour toll-free confidential suicide prevention hotline
Second Wind Fund	303-988-2645	Provides free counseling to underinsured and uninsured youth that are at risk for suicide
Trevor Project Hotline	866-488-7386	Crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ youth
Safe2Tell Colorado	877-542-7233	An anonymous way to report any concern impacting students (phone, app, online reporting options)

Remember that you are not alone in this journey. We are all members of the same school community, and together, we can build a more inclusive and respectful environment for everyone.

Thank you for being a part of our school, and please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any concerns, questions, or suggestions. Your voices matter, and we are here to listen.

Sincerely,

Andria Hinman
Principal