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Upcoming Events:
Growing the Connection: Promoting Meaningful Family-School Partnerships
January 27
Building relationships based on mutual trust and two-way communication results in school and family partnerships that create strong academic and social/emotional support systems to foster success for all students.
Technology Roundtable: Navigating Mental Health in a Digital World
January 30
A Town Hall Discussion to explore the impact of technology and screen time on youth mental health and well-being.
Partners in Care: Nurturing Identity and Healing in the Foster System
February 4
Sessions will explore the unique challenges faced by foster youth, including maintaining a sense of belonging and identity, as well as the critical role of therapy and mental health supports
Is your child in crisis?
If you’re worried about the safety of your child or the safety of others around your child, the Mississippi Department of Mental Health has certified, 24/7 in-person crisis response services around the state that you can call at 1-877-210-8513.
You can also call 9-1-1 for emergencies.
Have a concern about your child?
If you’re a parent or someone raising a child and you have a concern, you can now call our Parent Concern Line at 601-608-7525 to get help and resources.
Issues with your child's school?
If your child has been sent home from school or you’re having other problems with your school or district, we have resources to help you learn more about your rights and people you can partner with to exercise those rights.
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From Our Blog...
Come Celebrate our Community Partnership Awardees!
Please join Families as Allies for our Community Partnership Celebration on Monday, February 24, from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. at BRAVO! Italian Restaurant. Tickets and sponsorships are still available. During the celebration,
Join Us for Our Virtual Parent Peer Support Graduation Jan. 17th at 1 PM
Please join us in honoring the most recent class of parent-peer supporters at our virtual graduation celebration this Friday, January 17, from 1 to 1:30 p.m. The number of parent-peer supporters in
2025 Legislative Session Begins: What You Need to Know
The Mississippi State Legislature began its new session on January 7, 2025. The session lasts 90 days and ends (or adjourns) on April 6 (also known as sine die). Monday, January 20, is
