Family Wellness

Do you know that the KP school food services department is growing salad ingredients and herbs onsite?

Joyce Lydon, Director of Food Services, and her teams at the High School and Middle School, are growing fresh ingredients for school meals using Hydroponic Growing Stations. This effort increases the school's use of fresh produce in school salad bars and other meals.

In partnership with the Director of Wellness and the support of Healthy KP Substance Use Coalition, King Philip Middle School Administration will host a viewing of Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age, followed by a panel discussion. Students may accompany their parent/caregiver. Please join us!

King Philip Middle School Administration, in partnership with Director of Wellness Dot Pearl, and with the support of Healthy KP Substance Use Prevention Coalition, is hosting viewing of the

Navigating the Mental Health System for your Child Webinar

Through a partnership with McLean School Consultation Program with King Philip, we are pleased to offer webinars at no cost to parents. This will include a series of webinars.

"Navigating the Mental Health System for your Child" will be presented by Dr. Melanie Harkins, Director of Clinical Training and Dr. Denice, Program Director of McLean Southeast Adolescent Treatment Program.

Wednesday, Oct. 22nd, 12:00 PM -1:00 PM.

All information for the caregiver webinars, including dates/times, Zoom links, presenter information and learning objectives can be found here on this website: https://healthcare.mgb.org/streaming/Live/McLean/McLean_SCS.html

New schedules, homework, activities, and daily routines often mean parents and caregivers are juggling more than ever. When stress builds up, it doesn’t just affect us—it can also affect our kids. That’s why taking care of yourself is one of the most important ways you can support your children.

A Lifeline When You Need It

Feeling stressed, worried, or just needing someone to listen? Call the Parent Stress Line at 800-632-8188. It’s free, confidential, and available 24/7. During these calls, we offer support, empathy, encouragement, information and referrals. Call the Parent Stress Line →

Connect With Other Parents

Sometimes the best support comes from people who get it. Parents Helping Parents Support Groups bring parents and caregivers together to share, listen, and remind each other we’re not alone. Groups are free, online, and designed for different needs and experiences. Browse Current Support Groups →

Free Parent Resource Directory is filled with free tools and information for families across Massachusetts and beyond. From housing support to child development, it’s there to help lighten your load. Visit our Parent Resource Directory →

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King Philip Schools, Oct. 2025

Do you know that the KP school food services department is growing salad ingredients and herbs onsite?

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Do you know that the KP school food services department is growing salad ingredients and herbs onsite?

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Navigating the Mental Health System for your Child Webinar

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