The following social and emotional links are free resources for parents and guardians who are interested. These are not classroom resources.
Safety & Prevention Resources
Discussing Threats of School Violence
The resource below is intended for families who wish to have conversations regarding threats of school violence with their children. Information should be delivered based on their need and developmental age.
Tips for Talking With and Helping Children and Youth Cope After a Disaster or Traumatic Event (pdf)
prepared by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
One of the most critical public health emergencies we must all work together to combat is substance use and abuse by youth. Officer Jermaine Galloway (“The Tall Cop”) offers a 3-part YouTube video series to help parents identify drug and alcohol use: part 1, part 2, and part 3.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration – “Talk. They Hear You.”
National Institute on Drug Abuse
Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
Suicide Prevention
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for ages 10 – 24.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Sexual Abuse Prevention
Statistically, one in 10 children will be sexually abused by their 18th birthday.
Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center – Tips for Parents
‘Hot Chocolate Talk’ Campaign Playlist
How to Talk to Kids About Abuse (video)