
Jed Morris, ESD 123 Prevention Intervention Specialist, was honored with the Trevor R. Simpson Award - in honor of a teenager who committed suicide and whose parents advocate for suicide prevention programming across the state.
Morris was recognized for his leadership, deep commitment, and work towards youth suicide prevention within the Richland School District. Hanford High School, through the leadership of Morris, was recognized for their efforts conducting exceptional school-based youth suicide prevention during the 2008 - 2009 school year. The school will receive a trophy and a $500 check to help enhance their prevention efforts the following year.