Everett Public Schools uses the Second Step curriculum, published by the Committee for Children, to teach social-emotional skills to students in grades K-5.  It is research-based and designed to promote school success, connectedness, and a safe and respectful school climate by teaching students the skills they need to learn, have empathy, manage emotions, and solve problems.

13 Reasons Why

There has been a lot of concern about the book and video series called 13 Reasons Why. 

Netflix has now made it possible for parents to block specific shows that are not appropriate for their children.  The instructions are:

• Enter Netflix
• Go to MY ACCOUNT
• Go to PARENTAL CONTROLS
• Type in your password
• Set a 4 digit pin, and/or click on the green timeline to pick and choose which level your kids can access without the pin #.
• Save
• Done!

The story involves many mature topics that are not appropriate for elementary age children.  Below is information and tips that may help you in determining if this book or video series is appropriate for your child(ren) and talking points if you decide to read or watch together.

• National Association of School Psychologists: Considerations for Educators and Families
• Tips for Parents from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
• Crisis Information links
• JED -- Young Adult Mental Health Resource Center for Emotional Health and Well-Being