Dr. Sal V. Pascarella, Superintendent of Schools and Patrick Johnston, Chairman Board of Education addressed the Danbury school community in regard to the tragic death of one of their students who allegedly took her life by jumping from the top of the Danbury Fair Mall parking garage.
Today, across our District we remain focused on working with all of our students and staff who are grieving the recent loss of one of our Danbury High School students. Their safety and security continues to be our primary concern, as we all struggle with this terrible tragedy. We are mindful of hurtful comments that continue to circulate on social media that are directed at our schools and other members of our community, and we continue to cooperate with administrators and local authorities to investigate all of the surrounding circumstances. The Board of Education remains deeply concerned and will continue its work with our Superintendent and his team to review the policies and procedures that protect all students in our schools and to ensure their effectiveness.
Please know that this District remains committed to fostering a positive school environment for all of our students and families. If you would like additional resources to assist you in talking with your children, you can explore the following:
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/espanol/el-nimh-contesta-preguntas-sobre-el-suicidio/index.shtml
We urge you to contact your school administrator or school support staff if you have concerns or would like additional support.
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