DCPS Behavioral Health

10/01/2026

💜Take What You Need💜

Atlantic Beach Elementary School Counseling Team created an inspiring affirmation wall filled with positive messages on sticky notes for students to take whenever they needed encouragement.

Students were also invited to share what they would say to someone having a difficult day and they truly shined through their creativity, kindness, and positivity!

The students loved the activity, and even days later, they continued to “take what they needed” and leave uplifting words of advice for others. What a beautiful reminder that a few kind words can make a meaningful difference💙

Check out the activity here:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DdkCGJYT069/?stkn=M2ZncTZndzdub3p1

09/30/2026

SHOUT-OUT TO OUR AMAZING Duval County Public Schools RELENTLESS RIBAULT HUB SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKERS!!!!

Today, they connected with students at A. Philip Randolph during lunch by hosting a mental health awareness and su***de prevention resource table.

Our school social workers shared valuable resources and reminded students that caring adults are ready to listen, provide support, and connect them with the help they need.

Our students matter. Their voices matter. Their lives matter and they never have to face difficult moments alone.

If a student is struggling, we encouraged them to reach out to a trusted adult, such as a school social worker, counselor, teacher, family member, or another caring person. Free and confidential crisis support is also available by calling or texting 988. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.

***dePreventionMonth

09/30/2026

ATTN: Jacksonville Mental Health Professionals! Registration is now open for this year's Su***de Prevention Symposium.

Join us on November 6 from 8:30am-12pm at Aloft Jacksonville Tapestry Park. This year's focus is preventing su***de among young people. Keynote speaker Emma White is a youth su***de prevention expert, author, and su***de survivor whose lived experience has earned national recognition. The morning also includes a youth-focused panel discussion and a presentation from NAMI Jacksonville - FL.

Three CEUs are provided free of charge to LCSWs, LMFTs, and LMHCs.

Save your seat: jaxsu***desymposium.eventbrite.com/

09/30/2026

988 and 911: Know who to contact to get the right support at the right time.

09/30/2026

NAMI HelpLine is here for you with some recommendations on how to practice self-care and ways to ground yourself when the news feels heavy.

The NAMI HelpLine is also here as a source of peer support - to listen and connect you to available resources. Call 1-800-950-6264 (M–F, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. ET).

If you or someone you know are experiencing a crisis, call or text 988 to connect with the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

Visit to learn more: https://bit.ly/3NEhP9l

When distressing news dominates the headlines, it's important to pause and take care of yourself. Our NAMI HelpLine is here for you with some recommendations on how to practice self-care and ways to ground yourself when the news feels heavy.

The NAMI HelpLine is also here as a source of peer support - to listen and connect you to available resources. Call 1-800-950-6264 (M–F, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. ET).

If you or someone you know are experiencing a crisis, call or text 988 to connect with the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

Visit to learn more: https://bit.ly/3NEhP9l

09/21/2026

A simple hello can spark a connection, create belonging, and help every student feel seen and included. Join us in celebrating and help build school communities where no one feels alone.

Show us how your school is spreading kindness and connection! Post your photos and tag us on social media so we can celebrate your students and staff in action!

09/16/2026

Sometimes the first person to notice a teen is struggling is another teen.

You don’t need all the answers to make a difference. Listen. Show you care. Speak up. Connect them with a trusted adult.

Don’t wait for someone else to step in. If you see a friend struggling, reach out, speak up, and help them connect to support. Your voice could be the reason they don’t face a difficult moment alone.

Check out Wolfson Children’s Hospital Common Thread’s resources to help yourself and your peers.

Help is available. For immediate support, Call or text 988.

***depreventionmonth

09/15/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Month - Week 3

According to the 2025 Florida-Specific Youth Survey, 22% of students frequently experience stress, anxiety, or depression, and 14% have considered self-harm—yet only 26% seek help.

Parents and caregivers: Trust your instincts. Notice changes in your child’s mood, behavior, friendships, routines, or school performance. Check in, ask direct questions, and listen without judgment. Don’t always accept “I’m fine” at face value.

Support is available:
• Mobile Response Team: 904-982-4911
• Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
• United Way Resources: Call 211 or 904-632-0600
• Immediate, life-threatening emergency: Call 911 and request a Crisis Intervention Team-trained officer
• School support: Contact your child’s school counselor, school social worker, school psychologist, or another trusted staff member

Together, we can ensure every student feels supported, valued, and hopeful💜

09/14/2026

We stand with our student-athletes. Every student deserves to compete in an environment where they feel safe, respected, valued, and supported. We see you, we support you, and we stand with you.

Go Tigers!!!!

09/14/2026

Your story is still unfolding. If you feel overwhelmed, reach out to a trusted adult or call/text 988. You matter, support is available, and your story isn’t over.

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