May is a time to recognize the vital role schools play in supporting student well-being. The resources below offer tools for educators and families to engage in meaningful conversations and strengthen mental health supports within school communities.

• SAMHSA 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit: Offers themes, messaging, and practical activities to support awareness, prevention, and help‑seeking across school and community settings

• Learning First Alliance - Mental Health Resources: A collection of research, tools, and guidance focused on student mental health and comprehensive school mental health systems.

• National PTA: Championing Mental Wellness Together This May: Family‑centered resources that encourage partnership between schools and caregivers to promote student mental wellness.

• Youth Book List: Supporting Young Minds Resource Guide

• Supporting Organizational Wellness in Schools

• OSPI Mental Health Literacy