School counselors are responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive school-based suicide prevention programs. Yet many schools have piecemeal aspects of suicide prevention without a cohesive and comprehensive approach that best serves the needs of students. This presentation provides a step-by-step practical strategy for developing and implementing a comprehensive model for school-based suicide prevention. The model is grounded in the latest research and best practices from ASCA, AFSP, JED, SAMHSA, and others. Participants will learn how to move forward with this life-saving plan.