Read the September 2026 newsletter (Topic = Suicide Prevention)
September is Suicide Prevention Month. Learn the warning signs to watch for in kids and teens, and get practical guidance on how to talk with a struggling child.
Learn more in the September 2026 mental health newsletter on suicide prevention.
Attend live evening webinars
The Cook Center for Human Connection September 2026 class schedule is available. Durango School District (DSD) has partnered with the Cook Center to offer mental health webinars for DSD parents at no cost.
Here's what you need to know:
- Classes are live and are developed by licensed therapists.
- Events are virtual, interactive, and designed to help caregivers support their child.
- Registration, attendance, and interactions are anonymous from other viewers.
- Each class is offered twice on the scheduled day, at 5:00 p.m. and again at 7:00 p.m. MT.
September 2026 class schedule
- Tuesday, Sept. 1 — What Parents Need to Know about Suicide Prevention
- Wednesday, Sept. 2 — Building Your Child's Confidence
- Thursday, Sept. 3 — Bullying: Stop the Cycle
- Tuesday, Sept. 8 — Tools to Support Your Child's Mental Health
- Wednesday, Sept. 9 — NEW! Milestones to Progress: Supporting Early Childhood
- Wednesday, Sept. 9 — Watch Together Series (6 p.m.)
- Thursday, Sept. 10 — Supporting Your Child After Trauma
- Monday, Sept. 14 — NEW! Facing the Opioid Crisis Together
- Tuesday, Sept. 15 — Everyday Happiness
- Wednesday, Sept. 16 — Recognizing Child Abuse
- Thursday, Sept. 17 — Understanding Video Game Addiction
- Monday, Sept. 21 — Parenting Through Anxiety and Depression
- Tuesday, Sept. 22 — Talking with Your Child About Pornography
- Wednesday, Sept. 23 — Depression: You're Not Alone
- Thursday, Sept. 24 — Navigating Divorce When Children are Involved
- Monday, Sept. 28 — How to Motivate Your Child
- Tuesday, Sept. 29 — Strategies to Replace Negative Emotions
- Tuesday, Sept. 29 — Ask a Therapist Live (6 p.m.)
- Wednesday, Sept. 30 — School Avoidance
Watch recorded webinars when you have time
Can't attend a scheduled live class? The Cook Center offers a full library of recorded webinars that you can watch on your own time. Choose to watch the Deep Dive video (full class) or the Instant Insights video (brief summary of class highlights).
Click here to view the library of recorded classes.
Attend the Ask a Therapist LIVE Event on September 29
The September Ask a Therapist LIVE event is on Tuesday, September 29, at 6 p.m. This event offers a unique opportunity for parents to engage directly with a licensed family therapist. Parents can ask questions anonymously and receive personalized answers in real-time.
Register online
To register for any event, click here or scan the QR code below.
