BCPS Department of Student Support Services

New NCTSN fact sheet series available! These new resources explain the connection between child trauma and substance use and how these experiences can impact youth, families, and communities. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3NlIR5s #substanceuseawareness

Catching Bad Days Before They Become Behavior Problems edweek.org/leadership/cat…

@MPSSAA_Org 1A state runner up: @PikesvilleA Congrats on a great season! @PikesvilleHS @BaltCoPS @BCPSSportsScene

🎓 Seniors, check your BCPS email for an important message from CCBC Direct Admit about your acceptance to @CCBCMD — a mostly free opportunity for graduating seniors. If you need help accessing your email, see your School Counselor right away.

🧠❤️ We can't wait to connect with students and families on Wednesday, March 18, at the Medstar Franklin Square Hospital conference center.

✔ We're all set for this year's Mind Over Matters event on Wednesday, March 18! Learn more at bcps.org/dos/department…

📣 Next week!

🚀 All BCPS middle and high school students and families have access to Xello, the official BCPS college and career exploration platform! Available through the Microsoft 365 Apps Portal.

💙 To celebrate National School Social Work Week, March 1-7, BCPS presents brief profiles of six of its many talented and dedicated school social workers. The profiles highlight their backgrounds, responsibilities, and impact on their school communities. teambcps.exposure.co/getting-to-kno…

📣 Mark your calendar!

🎓 Join us at the BCPS-CCBC College Fair on March 10 & 11! Meet representatives from 100+ universities, colleges, and proprietary and military schools from across the nation. Registration encouraged: Catonsville ➡️ events.ccbcmd.edu/event/ccbcmd.e… Essex ➡️ events.ccbcmd.edu/event/ccbcmd.e…

Check out our BCPS school psychologist who are presenting at our national conference February 24-27th!

So excited to have been a part of the BCPS BCSC's Mental Health Affairs Seminar with Gabriella from Talkspace to talk about both internal and external mental health supports for BCPS students last night! @BCSCsocial @BCPSOSSS @talkspace talkspace.com/coverage/balti…

Save the Date BCPS Parents/Caregivers! Please join us! Mind Over Matters Mental Health Conference - keynote speaker, breakout sessions, & vendor fair. Participants will receive dinner & giveaways. Registration required. bcps.org/dos/department… @BaltCoPS @BCPSOSSS @BCPSParentU

✨ Three Team BCPS school counselors have been named among the Maryland School Counselor Association's nominees for School Counselor of the Year!

🧠❤ This year's Mind Over Matters Youth Mental Health Fair is set for Wednesday, March 18, at the Medstar Franklin Square Hospital's Crawford Conference Center. Learn more and register today at bcps.org/dos/department…

💝 If you're in emotional crisis or feeling extra lonely today, know that you're not alone. #ValentinesDay 💕 Confidential support is available for you today, and everyday. Visit samhsa.gov/find-help for help. #HappyValentinesDay

Many teens experience dating violence before reaching adulthood. To learn more about teen dating violence, visit on.ny.gov/48avPML For more information on abusive and controlling behaviors, view: bit.ly/3UxJzhf #TDVAM2026

💜 February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month 💜 Teen dating violence is more common than many people realize — and it often goes unnoticed, unrecognized, or dismissed as “normal” behavior. This month, we’re shining a light on the importance of education, prevention, and early intervention to help young people build healthy, respectful relationships. Everyone has a role to play — parents, caregivers, educators, advocates, and peers — in recognizing warning signs, starting conversations, and supporting teens who may be experiencing dating violence. Together, we can empower young people with the tools, language, and support they need to stay safe and thrive. #TeenDatingViolenceAwarenessMonth #TDVAM #HealthyRelationships #PreventionMatters #MNADV #YouthSafety

Happy Valentine’s eve! Our school psychs are up to so much for the holiday including a mental health event for positive affirmations and friendship bracelets with the students in Best Buddies!