The Mental Health Association in New York State, Inc. (MHANYS) has established the School Mental Health Resource and Training Center to support all NYS public and private schools to implement Chapter 390 of the Laws of 2016, requiring mental health instruction as part of the K-12 health curricula. The Center staff and project partners are committed to helping schools:
The Resource Center can be accessed three ways:
Web: mentalhealthEDnys.org; includes online inquiry form and resources for Education Professionals, Students, Parents and Caregivers, and Community Partners.
Phone: Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm at 518.434.0439
Email: Inquires can be directed to schools@mhanys.org
A: The Resource Center will provide schools with:
A: No! It is free and available at no cost to all New York State public and private schools. There may be costs for additional trainings and presentations, offered by MHANYS and/or our member affiliates, beyond the scope of the Resource Center. Currently, the Resource Center is funded through the NYS Legislature and Executive. The hope and vision is that the Resource Center will continue to receive annual state funding in the future.
A: All New York State school staff, including educators, student support services, administrators, and support staff. It is our belief that all members of the school community can benefit from professional development related to mental health and wellness. In addition, the Resource Center has information that is accessible to the general public, including community providers, caregivers and youth.
A: MHANYS will not recommend any particular curriculum, but rather will help schools assess existing mental health instructional practices and identify opportunities to enhance education for students, families and staff. The Resource Center recently developed the NYS Mental Health Readiness Guide for school districts to help identify what is currently being covered in the classroom and through school/district initiatives and where there may be gaps.
A: Yes! Services at the local level will be provided through Regional Representatives and our affiliate network of Mental Health Associations.
A: Information about current trainings are regularly up-dated at mentalhealthednys.org/take-a-training/
A: Yes! Select trainings, webinars and summit workshops are eligible for CTLE hours.
A: The Resource Center employs experts in education and mental health to optimize your school’s ability to successfully facilitate mental health instruction. In addition, MHANYS works with the NYSED, OMH and the Mental Health Advisory Council, so schools can be confident information provided by the Resource Center aligns with SED regulations and recommendations.
A: Thank you for your offer to help! First, use the Resource Center and tell your colleagues about it; we collect data on utilization rates to support sustainability. Also, consider joining at the MHANYS’ Mental Health Matters Legislative Day on the second Wednesday in March when we visit with our legislative members and advocate for additional funding to sustain the project.
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