Virtual Mental Health Support for APS Students! 💖
If your child has been struggling lately — school feels harder, emotions feel bigger, or something just feels off — Cartwheel, our virtual mental health partner, is here to help.
Why Cartwheel is Easy & Accessible:
Fast Access: See a licensed therapist within days.
Flexible: Appointments are virtual, available from home, including evenings and weekends.
Affordable: Completely free with Medicaid; most private insurance plans are accepted.
Parent Support: Schedule a parent guidance session to talk through what you're seeing and get support.
Multilingual Care: Available in multiple languages, including Spanish.
No referral is needed to reach out. Getting started takes just a few minutes.
➡️ Learn more and complete the simple Family Interest Form here: Family Interest Form - Cartwheel
Your child's well-being matters to all of us.
For more info: contact your child's school counselor or Marlene DeJesus, Director of Social Emotional Learning, Agawam Public Schools (mdejesus@agawamed.org)
ADHD specialist Dr. Erin Schoenfelder Gonzalez will share 5 practical strategies you can start using right away to: Fewer daily power struggles, More independence without constant reminders, Better emotional regulation, and calmer moments
Join them live on Wednesday, April 15 | 12:00–1:00 PM ET
Save your spot: ▶ Register at https://cartwheelcare.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Janef-LRRZC_RfCU3t4R7w#/registration
Can't make it live? Register, and they will send you the recording.
Mark your calendars for the upcoming Superintendent's Parent Advisory Council meetings....
Agawam Public Schools warmly invites you to attend our free Parent Workshop, Big Feelings, Big Behavior. A licensed therapist will be present to provide guidance, share practical strategies, and offer support.
This workshop is designed to be a safe and welcoming space where you can learn, ask questions, and connect with other parents and caregivers who may be facing similar challenges.
Together, we can support our children and teens in learning to regulate their emotions and thrive.
We hope you’ll join us!
SEPAC Meeting Cancelled
March 18, 2026
The presentation will be rescheduled, date forthcoming.
Thank you!
Parents' Free March Webinar: Navigating Tough Talks About Substance Use
Talking to teens about substance use can feel uncomfortable, or even overwhelming.
Questions about peer pressure, experimentation, and safety don’t always come with easy answers, and many parents aren’t sure where to begin.
Join Cartwheel and Amy McCarthy Baluch, LICSW, for a free, live webinar: Navigating the Tough Talks: Strategies for Talking to Teens about Substance Use on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, from 12–1 pm ET
Parents and caregivers will learn practical strategies for starting conversations, responding calmly to tough questions, and helping teens make safer, healthier choices, while keeping trust and communication strong at home.
See this attached flyer for details: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Fn2J0L8sAvedab3Gi22AejVsu3v7GQjU/view?usp=sharing
Register here: https://www.cartwheel.org/webinarseries#webinar-series
As of now, Agawam Public Schools will operate on a regular schedule tomorrow, Tuesday, February 24th. If there are any changes, you will be notified.
Thank you!
Thank you!
Alissa Easton - New Teacher Award - Grade 4 Teacher - Granger School
Rebecca Bergeron - Grade 1 Teacher - Sapelli School
Tammy Rumplik - Steam Teacher - Doering School
Melissa Kriebel - Spanish Teacher - Junior High School
Attendance Matters @ APS!
The Department of Special Services next Homeschool Virtual Meet-Up will be on Tuesday, February 10th at 4:00 pm. Please see the attached flyer for information and the Google meet link.
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Agawam Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 26th. There will also be no after school activities.
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