The 2020 Missouri Suicide Prevention Network’s (MSNP) data indicates Missouri suicide rates were the eleventh leading cause of death for all ages and the third leading cause of death among 10–24-year-olds. MSNP’s Suicide Prevention in Schools Committee gathers and reflects on current data to formulate plans in order to take preventative action aiding in a reduction of suicide rates within Missouri school districts. The committee provides vital resources for Missouri schools to educate and implement protocols for prevention and helps spread awareness through their suicide prevention guidebook. According to MSNP, in order to help youth and young adults, it takes a collection of efforts to reduce risk factors that increase the dangers of suicide. Key efforts can aid in promoting resilience, including looking for warning signs and taking action to protect individuals from suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Warning signs are behaviors that can indicate a person is at immediate risk for…