Can Hope Squad Members take a break from Hope Squad?
There are times when your Squad Members will need to take a break from Hope Squad for life and family circumstances, mental health needs, or other events. In these events, the decision to allow a Squad Member to leave and return is up to you as the Advisor and is based upon the individual needs of the student and the parent.
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My child had mental health issues in the past. Can they still be a member of the Hope Squad?
If a student has had or has mental health issues, we recommend that the parent and the Advisor meet to discuss if they think the program is right for the student. We have seen students use their experience to better relate to others and become great ...
What if a parent doesn’t return the permission form?
If you have not been able to get a parent/guardian form yet, first try reaching out to the parent/guardian again. In some cases, they will not have the resources (Wi-Fi, a printer, live too far from town, etc.) to return the form themselves, in this ...
Are Hope Squad Members trained to act as counselors?
Hope Squad members are not trained to act as counselors. Hope squad reinforces training that students are never to act as a counselor to someone who is exhibiting suicide warning signs. Hope Squad Members support struggling peers while knowing that ...
Is being a Hope Squad Member too much pressure?
Our curriculum stresses the importance of prioritizing the Hope Squad Members’ mental health, engaging in self-care, and creating boundaries. Advisors are expected to regularly check in with the Hope Squad Members, give them support if needed, and ...
What is Hope Squad?
Hope Squad is a school-based, peer-to-peer suicide prevention program that empowers, trains, and mentors students, who were nominated by their peers, to recognize suicide warning signs and report them to trusted adults. Supported by the community and ...