A01 - Adoption of Proclamation- National Mental Health Awareness Month, May 2020 (Academic Support and Federal Programs)
Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental health illness. Through education, our district aims to decrease stigma, provide resources, educate all stakeholders, and advocate for policies that support our students and their families faced with mental health challenges. It has become increasingly evident that early intervention and education is the key in establishing healthy minds.
May is recognized as National Mental Health Awareness Month and the Student Services department would like to acknowledge the teams that address mental health concerns and promote emotional wellness in our district. School Counseling Services, School Health Services, School Psychological Services, and School Social Work Services are available at every school. In addition, our district Mental Health team promotes mental health awareness, prevention, and intervention to students district-wide. Each Student Services team provides daily support to our students, individual/group counseling, classroom/large group inservice presentations, faculty and administration consultation, agency referrals, and also participates in parent conferences to support the whole child.
Additionally, the Crisis Intervention Team, comprised of school psychologists and school social workers, are available to respond to schools when crises occur such as a death of a student, teacher or staff member. The district also utilizes the Local Planning Team comprised of professionals from community agencies and private organizations, to address mental health concerns in our community. Through our community partnerships, we aim to assist students and families in need of support. Their expertise and desire to spread awareness benefits our staff through professional development as well as supporting our students through referrals.
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* Improve the high school graduation rate
* Improve Student Achievement
* Provide a student-centered learning environment that engages every child
* Develop a culture of respect, trust, collaboration and equity
* Engage and communicate with families and stakeholders
* Demonstrate "best practices" in all aspects of safety: student, employee, visitor, facility, transportation, and health
That the Hillsborough County School Board adopt the Proclamation of National Mental Health Awareness Month, May 2020
Elizabeth Tanner, Supervisor, Emotional Wellness, elizabeth.tanner@sdhc.k12.fl.us (813) 272-4831
Holly Saia, General Director, Student Services holly.saia@sdhc.k12.fl.us (813) 273-7136
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Tracye H. Brown, Assistant Superintendent (813) 272-4879