Mental Health

Introducing Classroom WISE

Well-Being Information and Strategies for Educators

Classroom WISE is a FREE 3-part training package that assists K-12 educators in supporting the mental health of students in the classroom. Developed by the Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (MHTTC) Network in partnership with the National Center for School Mental Health, this package offers evidence-based strategies and skills to engage and support students with mental health concerns in the classroom.

In addition to a free online course on mental health literacy for educators and school personnel, a video library and resource collection are also available!

https://www.classroomwise.org/

Local teletherapy Mental Health Providers - Organizations providing ongoing mental health supports by using telehealth and/or online services in Ottawa County

Ottawa County Therapists-list of therapists including age range, speciality, insurance accepted and contact information

Allegan County Therapists-list of therapists including age range, speciality, insurance accepted and contact information

Resources and Notes from the May 2022 Presentation by MDE and SafeSchools for LGBTQ Students

Communicating with Parents and Caregivers

Partnering with Parents for Student Support -  feel free to use or adapt to meet your needs 

Remote learning mental health support guide for educators

Mandated Reporter Information and Training

Mandated Reporter Online Reporting Systems Training 

Mandated Reporter Online Training from DHHS

Mandated Reporter Quick Resource

Screening for Domestic Violence - Video from Resilience Advocates for Ending Domestic Violence

Educators Guide - Educator's guide to supporting the social and emotional needs of students.

Michigan Department of Education (MDE) - COVID-19 Social and Emotional Learning Resources

Michigan Model for Health Clearinghouse - Comprehensive health education for grades Early Childhood through High School with units in Social-Emotional Health, Safety, Nutrition and Physical Activity, Alcohol Tobacco and Other Drugs and Personal Health and Wellness. For more information or for grants, contact Beverly Schroeder, bschroed@oaisd.org, or Stacey Sills, ssills@oaisd.org.

Second Step, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), and Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Free Second Step Classroom Activities

TRAILS to Wellness Free social emotional resources - SEL resources that are divided into key components such as mindfulness, relaxation, cognitive coping, anxiety, self-care and more. The lessons include handouts, homework, activities, and multimedia.

Grand Haven Public Schools SEL Examples: Pre-K through High School Social Emotional Learning Plans

          Young Fives & Kindergarten SEL Activities

          Core Emotions- Young Fives and Kindergarten SEL Activities

          1st and Second Grade SEL Activities

          3rd and Fourth Grade SEL Activities

          High School SEL Lessons

To help Michiganders through the mental health challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services offers emotional support through the Stay Well program (see options below). If your organization would like to partner with the Stay Well program, contact Project Manager Erin Wallace at WallaceE3@michigan.gov or 989-513-2370.

Stay Well Resources

Bereavement Planning Guide for Schools . 

Schools play an important role in helping students and staff adjust to the death of one of the members  of their “school family.” This guide is designed to help facilitate the bereavement process in the event  of a student or school staff member death when school is either not in session, or is being conducted  remotely and affecting the ability to engage in-person.  

Within the guide, you’ll find a variety of staff, parent and age-appropriate student resources to help  the school community with the grieving process.

COVID-19 Resource and Information Guide - A comprehensive mental health resource guide from the National Alliance on Mental Illness

Mental Health and Wellness Apps - Free or discounted apps that support mental health and wellness.

Resilience Resources - Resources and information from Resilience Advocates for Ending Domestic Violence

Resilience Domestic Violence Packet

Staying Resilient During COVID-19 - Resources and tips to support resilience in the areas of self-compassion, locus of control, relationships, boundaries, expectations, gratitude and stress awareness.

Headspace - Collection of meditation, sleep, and movement exercises

Family Well-Being Guide

How to talk to your kids about coronavirus - A helpful PBS resource focused on younger children

Identify Stress In All Of Us - Family Resource Sheets from the Michigan Model for Health Curriculum

Managing Strong Feelings - Family Resource Sheets from the Michigan Model for Health Curriculum

MI Parenting Resource - Free, online program meant to support caregivers across the state of Michigan in strengthening their parent-child relationships and gaining new tools for enhancing positive child behaviors.

Supporting Families During COVID-19 - How to support teens, kids, and yourself during coronavirus from Child Mind Institute

Tips for Supporting Student Wellness - Mental health resources for students during school closures from U of M Trails.

General Disaster Response and Recovery 

The following list of materials includes those focused on general mental health and substance use-related needs after a mass violence event, as well as a separate section listing materials for children, their caregivers, and school personnel