Linked here is a collection of local resources in the areas of basic needs, youth support, mental health, substance abuse treatment, and much more.   

While we are not endorsing famous psychologist, Abraham Maslow, we do believe that our students and families need to have adequate support for their basic needs (food, shelter, safety, predictable routines, and social/emotional and learning needs met,  to grow and achieve their best.

We encourage families to make use of any and all community resources that can assist your children, your family, and your health and wellness.  In our district, we are continuing our attendance awareness campaign, Every Student,  Every Day and adding a third message of Everyone Belongs in GMRSD. 

If your family is experiencing factors outside of school affecting your child or children's consistent school attendance, we ask that you schedule an appointment with the building principal and school counselor.  We want to work with families to address barriers and minimize impact on children.

Transportation Resources in Franklin County

 Free public transportation is available through FRTA  https://www.frta.org/ 

Franklin Regional Bus Stops

Travel Kuz-  School bus routes for Gill-Montague 

For response demand and/or medical transport please contact FRTA. 

Find help and local resources in the 413

Search food, health, housing, employment programs and more.

https://www.413cares.org/programs-services 

The homeless and foster care point of contact for the Gill-Montague Regional School District:

Dianne Ellis, CAGS, MA
Assistant Pupil Services Director and Special Projects Liaison

Dianne.Ellis@gmrsd.org
413 863-7513

Please note I work a part time schedule, primarily Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursday or by appointment.    If you need assistance in accessing community resources you are welcome to call or email.  I will be happy to try to help district families connect with community based resources.

If  I am not available and you need more immediate assistance during school hours, 8:00-4:00 pm., you can contact the student services office at (413) 863-7508.  

If you are in a mental health crisis please call  413.774.5411.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency  or need emergency assistance through a first responder please call 911