WELCOME
Welcome to MHANYS’ School Mental Health Resource and Training Center! We have the tools and information schools need to educate students about mental health – from instructional resources to staff development, and information for families. To learn more, contact us at schools@mhanys.org.
SCHOOL RESOURCES
New York State schools face unprecedented challenges, including a potential increase in student and staff mental health concerns. Check out our professional development offerings, SEL resources and practical strategies to promote resiliency and build connections in schools.
MENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION
In 2016, Governor Cuomo signed a bill that requires schools to provide mental health instruction as part of K-12 Health curriculum. We have all the information you need to implement this law, including a tool to assess current practices and guidance from the NYS Education Department.
Family Education Project
The Mental Health Association in New York State, Inc. has received funding from Mother Cabrini Health Foundation to launch the Family Education Project. Administered as part of the School Mental Health Resource and Training Center, the project will educate families and caregivers about youth mental health – providing access to informational webinars and other resources to promote greater understanding of mental health and support wellness for the whole family. For more information visit www.mentalhealthEDnys.org/parents/
Program highlights, upcoming events, and other happenings
RECORDED SESSION AVAILABLE: Pandemic Parenting: Helping Kids Manage Anxiety During COVID
Learn parenting strategies to support anxious children during the pandemic. With frequently updated restrictions and guidelines, children’s needs are ever-changing and parenting challenges are...
UPCOMING WEBINARS: Taking the Challenge Out of Conversations
Webinar for Educators April 14, 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm Applied school-wide, intentionally positive communication skills create respectful and trusting relationships between colleagues, students and...
Did you know? Bullying Prevention E-Book Recognized Nationally
Our E-book, Safe Space: Creating a Positive School Culture to Prevent Bullying, received Gold at the Healthcare Digital Marketing Awards. Thank you Martin Group for your creative support & NYS...
