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At the @MCPS #backtoschool fair! Representing Psychological Services and sharing mental health resources to the community. @mcpsslu @MCPSAthletics @MCPSCounseling @CounselorJazzy

Listening to @Kaepernick7 discuss his company Lumi at the @MCPS Summer Leadership Academy.

Make sure you have multiple ways to get weather alerts & tips as Tropical Storm #Erin gets more active: ✅ Get the FEMA app for alerts for up to 5 locations: fema.gov/app ✅ Follow your @NWS office for updates ✅ Get hurricane safety tips: ready.gov/hurricanes

It was amazing to present alongside Health & Human Services & @MCPS on ways we support student health & well-being ❤️For the S. Korean Delegation @MCPSHPE @SHAPEAmerica

MCPS Psychological Services is front and center here at the Black Mental Health and Wellness Fair at Montgomery Blair High School, 51 University Blvd E, Silver Spring, Maryland 20901. @MCPS

Let’s talk mental health🖤 The Black Mental Health & Wellness Fair is about breaking the stigma. Topics include: ✔️ Mental wellness ✔️ Coping with stress ✔️ School & community resources Learn more: mcpsmd.info/3EiIODe @CounselorJazzy, @CChester_psych

Every student should be able to learn safely without the threats of bullying, hatred, or violence. Use resources from ED's “Free to Learn” initiative to support school safety & school-based mental health: safesupportivelearning.ed.gov/free-learn

California residents: As wildfires continue, the situation can change quickly with little notice. Have multiple ways to get information & emergency alerts from local officials. Find different ways to get alerts at ready.gov/alerts.

Loss and destruction can be upsetting for children who have lived through or watched a natural disaster. You can find resources to help children cope with disasters at: fema.gov/fact-sheet/hel…. #WellnessWednesday

Winter blues can be a real struggle for many students. Be on the lookout for signs of decreased motivation, energy, and mood swings. Educate students about mental health resources available to them to cope with seasonal depression and remind them that help is always available: samhsa.gov/mental-health/….

Los Angeles County residents affected by the wildfires can apply for disaster assistance. The quickest way to apply is online at DisasterAssistance.gov. You can also call our helpline at 800-621-3362. Press 3 for an interpreter who speaks your language.

As schools & students become more digitally connected, cybersecurity is more important than ever. Start with these tips for schools & parents from @OfficeOfEdTech to keep students safe online: tech.ed.gov/cyberhelp/

Shelters are open for those affected by the California wildfires. To find a location near you, text SHELTER & your ZIP code to 43362 or visit redcross.org/shelter.

Natural disasters can be traumatic and devastation to communities can undermine a child’s sense of security. Educators and caregivers can help children cope in the aftermath. Share this Guidance at a Glace for supporting children after natural disasters: nasponline.org/Documents/Reso…

School #cybersafety policies, software, & trainings are important defense points in protecting students from human trafficking & exploitation. As @DHSBlueCampaign’s #WearBlueDay approaches, check out @remstacenter’s cyber safety page for timely resources: rems.ed.gov/cybersafety

#Schoolsafety isn’t one-size-fits-all! Use today’s #TBT fact sheets to explore emergency operations planning considerations for 3 unique K-12 contexts: · Charter Schools: rems.ed.gov/docs/CharterSc… · Private Schools: rems.ed.gov/docs/PrivateSc… · Rural Schools: rems.ed.gov/docs/RuralScho…

Find tips and strategies for applying CPTED in a K-12 school environment to enhance security in our fact sheet: rems.ed.gov/docs/CPTEDK12F… #MissionMonday

Final On-the-Spot Admissions Event! Attention, seniors! Our last On-the-Spot Admissions event of the year on December 3rd at Richard Montgomery High School from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Meet with college reps, get accepted on the spot, and secure a scholarship!

High school seniors can earn $10,000 toward future studies for the Rales-O’Neill Scholarship, offered by the Montgomery County Public Schools Educational Foundation (MCPSEF). Applications must be submitted by Jan. 25, 2025: mcpsmd.info/3YROKJv.

🔒🖥️ Happy #TrainingTuesday! Ready to strengthen your school’s cybersecurity? Join our K-12 Cybersecurity 101 Risk Management training! Learn to develop a cyber incident response plan and integrate it into your school emergency operations plan with a Cyber Annex. This Train-the-Trainer format empowers you to train personnel at your education agency on the critical role of cybersecurity in school safety. Available in both live and virtual sessions by request. Don't miss out! rems.ed.gov/docs/Cybersecu… #Cybersecurity #SchoolSafety #K12