Sydney Franer, a Summit Country Day high school student from Cincinnati, Ohio, has passed away, Franer, who was a sophomore was said to have died by suicide. As a student who would have graduated from the school in 2027, Sydney was a member of the school bowling team during her first year of varsity competition. Our prayers and sympathies are with the family, as well as with the whole student body and faculty of Summit Country Day High School, as well as the entirety of the Cincinnati community.
With the potential to have long-term negative repercussions on individuals, families, and communities, suicide is a serious public health problem that has to be addressed. In the event that you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, it is imperative that you seek assistance and support from a trusted adult, counselling professional, or mental health expert. An additional option is to phone the Lifeline at any time in order to speak with someone and receive support. Dial 988 to receive support that is both confidential and available around the clock for anyone in the United States.