Dear Compton Unified School District Community,

We are heartbroken. The recent mass shootings and yesterday’s tragedy at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, TX are devastating. We are deeply grieving alongside the Robb Elementary families and extend our condolences to all who were impacted as well as acknowledge the fact that such tragic events sadden us all.

Such tragedies can surface fears about safety. We know events like these can impact the physical and mental well-being of our students, staff, and families. We encourage you to connect with your friends and family and support each other and seek help as it is needed. We want to assure you that Compton Unified School District is committed to the safety of our schools and well-being of our community.

Whatever you or your family are experiencing, we want you to know that you are not alone and that support is available at school and in our community. If you or someone you know needs help, below are some resources to help you or loved ones cope:

Tips for discussing the tragedy with children:

• What to say to kids when the news is scary (NPR)
• Talking with children about difficult things in the news (Fred Rogers Institute)
• Helping Children with Tragic Events in the News (PBS)
• Parent Guidelines for Helping Youth After the Recent Shooting (The National Child Traumatic Stress Network)
• Helping Children Cope with Frightening News (Child Mind Institute)
• 15 Tips for Talking with Children about Violence (Colorín Colorado)

If your child needs additional support at school, contact your school site administrator, who can connect you with our district's mental health support staff.

If you or a family member would like help finding a mental health care or substance use treatment provider, contact Care Solace, a complimentary and confidential coordination service provided by Compton Unified School District:

• Call 888-515-0595. Support is available 24/7/365 in any language.
• Visit caresolace.com/compton and either search on your own OR click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.

If you need help with any mental health emergency:

• Call 911 or and request a Crisis Intervention Trained (C.I.T.) response
• Go to the closest emergency room for support
• Text “Hello” or “Home” to 741741 to connect with support
• Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255
  - English: 800-273-TALK
  - Español: 888-628-9454
  - TTYY: 800-799-4889
  - Online chat: suicidepreventionlifeline.org
• Trevor Lifeline LGBTQQ+ Crisis Support: 1-866-488-7386

If you have a safety concern:

• If there is an emergency concern: Call 911
• If you have a non emergency concern about school safety, you can contact School Police through the Anonymous Tip Line: (310) 898-6188 or After-Hours direct line: (310) 604-6578