The heartbreaking guilt and reality of losing a student to suicide

Jessica Lyons

By Jessica Lyons
Community contribution / April 17, 2023

As a teacher with many years of experience, I have seen my fair share of tragedies and heartbreaks, but nothing could have prepared me for the news that one of my students had committed suicide today. It is a loss that will forever be etched in my heart and soul.

I have always been an advocate for open communication about mental health. I have stressed to my students the importance ...

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My name is Jess; during my day, I wear several hats. I am a mother, above all, a high school English teacher, a freelance writer, a copious elocutionist of sarcasm, and- according to my students- just a tad extra. My passion for language and storytelling has always been a driving force in my life, and my experience in the classroom gave me a unique perspective on how to communicate ideas effectively.

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