middle school SEL resources

6th-8th grades

October is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month.

Read to learn more about actions you can take for yourself and others

When adults respond quickly and consistently to bullying behavior they send the message that it is not acceptable. Research shows this can stop bullying behavior over time.

Parents, school staff, and other adults in the community can help kids prevent bullying by talking about it, building a safe school environment, and creating a community-wide bullying prevention strategy.

This article, from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, demonstrates ways parents and caregivers can identify if their child is facing mental health problems and how to help.

The transition back to school signifies a crucial moment for students, symbolizing the end of summer and the beginning of new opportunities. While returning to the classroom is exciting for some, it's vital to acknowledge that, for others, going back to school can cause stress and anxiety.

In this article, a clinical psychologist at Children's Health shares 7 mental health tips for the beginning of the school year.