Jack Padilla

Colorado Governor Names February 14 as Jack Padilla Day

Posted on February 14, 2020 by JackStrong17

Tribute and Proclamation to Honor Teen Who Died by Suicide DENVER – This Friday, February 14, 2020, Colorado Governor Jared Polis will proclaim February 14 as Jack Padilla Day. Jackstrong supporters will gather in the State Capitol’s West Foyer at...Read More

Teen suicide PSAs released by coalition of Colorado state offices, parents, teens

Posted on October 14, 2019November 23, 2019 by JackStrong17

Youths speak out about mental health following stories of south metro suicides. When the impact of a suicide started to take a toll on Jim Janicek's kids, he knew he had to do something. “My kids go to Arapahoe High...Read More

No charges in suicide of Cherry Creek High student whose parents alleged was bullied

Posted on May 30, 2019January 7, 2020 by JackStrong17

Greenwood Village police say there’s “no indication that anyone acted with criminal culpability” Students at Cherry Creek High School demonstrate outside the school after walking out of class on Friday, April 5, 2019, to raise awareness about mental health and...Read More

Family, friends honor Cherry Creek student who took his life, start conversation about mental health

Posted on May 6, 2019January 7, 2020 by JackStrong17

Jack Padilla remembered as a compassionate friend GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. — Suicide is a painful topic that is affecting a growing number of families. Last February, Cherry Creek High School freshman Jack Padilla took his own life after he was...Read More