• National Suicide or Crisis Hotline -  available 24 hours a day 7 days a week: Call or Text 988 

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    MCS Mental Health Matters initiative is a collaboration between Madison City Schools and Madison City Council of PTAs.  In the 2024-25 school year, efforts have been centered around supporting parents navigate youth mental health in the world of technology.  
     
    Annual MCS Mental Health Summit was held 11/14/24 @ James Clemens High School
    Community Resources Tables shared information and local services to support mental health in our community. 
    An Expert Panel presented valuable information on Technology & Mental Health.  Watch the Panel Discussion here: https://youtu.be/HvJzpZQFrn4?feature=shared&t=5
     
    Webinar: Online Dangers: Prevention & Support by the National Children's Advocacy Center was held 2/25/25.
    Session included current trends concerning social media/internet safety, communication strategies for talking to your child, and how to handle potentially dangerous online situations. Watch the recorded webinar here: https://youtu.be/ik_6ctQcDIQ
     
    Webinar: Building Self-Esteem & Resiliency in a Digital Age by The Enrichment Center was held 3/19/25. 
    Session included: skills and strategies to help build self-esteem and resiliency in children and teens, with special consideration on the impact social media/internet has on self-esteem. Watch here: https://youtu.be/WZS-D2ixjys?feature=shared
     
    Questions? Please contact Stephanie Allen at slallen@madisoncity.k12.al.us

Pictures from the MCS Student Art Gallery and Mental Health Summit:

More Resources on Technology and Mental Health:

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What can you do if you are concerned with your child’s mental health?

  • Consult with your child’s doctor or pediatrician. Describe what concerns you and ask for recommendations. They may provide a referral for a Mental Health Professional. 

    Contact key people at your child’s school. Who should you reach out to? The School Counselor is a great resource to start if you aren’t sure. Click here for the Madison City School Counselors Contact List. 

    Teachers can also provide insight such as changes or concerns in your child’s behavior. Ask: Are they noticing similar concerns? 

    Crisis help lines are available:

    If you or your child are in immediate danger, please call 911. 

    Remember: You are not alone!  Reach out for help. 

    Have a safety concern for a student or school? Text to Protect is a confidential way for students to report concerns that may affect our students or schools via text or email. 256-604-2345 or texttoprotect@madisonal.gov

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