Mental Health Month 2020 - Toolkit Download

You can download the various components of the May is Mental Health Month toolkit here.

May is Mental Health Matters Month 2020 Activation Toolkit

We are excited to share the 2020 May is Mental Health Matters Month toolkit. This year’s theme is “Express Yourself.”

Schools Are Hosting Virtual Theme Weeks to Cheer Up Quarantined Kids

Encourage school spirit by taking theme weeks virtual. We've got 20 virtual theme week ideas to get your students sharing.

Free Social Emotional Learning Activities

This page contains free social emotional learning activities that can be used to help students in elementary and middle school.

Learn About Children’s Mental Health | CDC

Mental health in childhood means reaching developmental and emotional milestones, and learning healthy social skills and how to cope when there are problems.

7 Tips for Managing Distance Learning in Preschool

A preschool education director shares what her school is doing to keep kids’ screen time to a minimum while fostering play-based learning at home.

Talking to Children about covid-19

How to talk to children about COVID-19. Parents can offer a calm, empathetic presence while giving the right information to reduce the risk of infection from corona virus

Supporting Kids' Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Check out our tips and resources for teachers and parents for supporting kids' mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Focusing on Student Well-Being in Times of Crisis

One teacher recommends supporting student safety through three Cs: communication, consistency, and control.

There’s an App for That—School Counseling and SEL Go Online

From virtual counseling to wellness apps, school districts are increasingly turning to “telehealth” to meet students’ mental health needs during the pandemic.

Why Are Some Kids Thriving During Remote Learning?

Though remote learning has brought many challenges, some students seem to be thriving in the new circumstances. What can we learn from them?

Toolbox - Teen Mental Health

Coronavirus | Twelve Talks

As a parent or guardian, it can be hard to know how to talk with teens about COVID-19, particularly when we are anxious and don’t feel as though we have all of the information ourselves. Nevertheless, engaging with our teens in dialogue is important for everyone’s well-being. Here's a little help...

9 Tech Tools for Kids Dealing With Depression or Anxiety

Online resources and tools such as apps, sites and text hotlines help kids cope with issues from cyberbullying to suicide

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Answers: Children's Hospital Orange County

How parents and guardians can protect their children from Coronavirus (COVID-19). Get answers from the experts at CHOC.

Taking Care of Your Mental Health in the Face of Uncertainty

If you are struggling, here are some things you can do to take care of your mental health in the face of uncertainty.

How teenagers can protect their mental health during coronavirus (COVID-19)

6 strategies for teens facing a new (temporary) normal

Supporting Teenagers and Young Adults During the Coronavirus Crisis | Child Mind Institute

Tips for parents with older children at home during the coronavirus crisis. How to validate their feelings and help them stay active and healthy.

How to protect your family’s mental health in the face of coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

A conversation with adolescent psychology expert Dr. Lisa Damour