Agawam Public Schools

World Mental Health Day, honored annually on October 10, was created to raise awareness of mental health issues and mobilize support to improve the mental health of people around the world. This year’s theme, “Mental Health Care for All: Let’s make it a reality” highlights the importance of equitable access to quality mental health care for all individuals, especially with the additional toll that the COVID-19 pandemic is taking on the physical and mental health in our communities. Now more than ever, it is critical that we promote mental health awareness to reduce the stigma around the challenges we are coping with that can often prevent us from seeking help. It takes strength to acknowledge things we are struggling with, talk about mental health, support each other, and get help. Agawam Public Schools is committed to raising awareness about mental health and equitable access to quality mental health services. Agawam Public Schools partnered with Care Solace to support the well-being of students, staff, and their family members. Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential care coordination service that can help you quickly find mental health or substance use treatment options matched to your needs regardless of circumstance. If you would like to use Care Solace to help you find a provider: Call 888-515-0595 available 24/7/365 in any language Visit www.caresolace.com/agawamps and either search on your own OR click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.

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FREE Adult English as a Second Language Course All classes held virtually through Google Meets Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30-8:00pm Session 1: October 19th-December 23rd Email Ashley Martins at amartins@agawamed.org to register!

APS Families: The Hampden-WIlbraham Partners 4 Youth Cordially invites parents and guardians from surrounding communities to this free virtual workshop!

Due to the ongoing situation with COVID, our schools are requiring additional and more extensive information when your child is absent. If your child is absent please notify the school with a specific reason for the absence, not just “sick”. Please be sure to speak to the school nurse if your child's absence is COVID related. Thank you.

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Please take a moment to answer this survey regarding relief funding for Agawam Public Schools https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQzyF2XkLE0okktev0033mgBO0bpCux1_Y1oae20S3nGFM5Q/viewform?usp=sf_link

Agawam Public Schools Reopening Plan 2021-2022 https://5il.co/yhlj

A Great Resource for some! We want to share! Pass it on to those that might want to take advantage of this: Comfort Zone Camp – a nonprofit that helps kids who have experienced a death in their family – has upcoming programs in Massachusetts. All at NO COST to families. 3-Day Weekend Camp | September 17-19 Camp Burgess in Sandwich, MA Accepting children ages 7-17 https://comfortzonecamp.org/camper-parents/

Check this out parents! The American Student Assistance Engage Summer Series will from Monday, July 12 to Thursday, July 15. Free for educators and students in grades 6-12, this event will feature a series of live, virtual chats between students and industry professionals across the country. Students will have the opportunity to hear about different careers from people who are in them. This year’s event theme is Helping Careers, and all presentations will focus on the positive impact that these professionals have. Register via this link https://asa.nepris.com/app/events/asa-engage-summer-series-2021🔗

Check out our High School's Student's art work at: https://sites.google.com/view/agawamfamilyresourcecenter/social-emotional-learning-art-work-hs

Southwick Public Schools invites Agawam families to access free meals over the summer. Please see the attached flyer for registration information.

Last Remote Meals Pick Up 3pm, While Supplies Last Wednesday, June 16 Agawam Junior High School

Remote Meals Pick Up Wednesday, June 9, 2021 3pm-4pm Agawam Junior High School

Remote Meals Pick Up Wednesday, June 2 3pm-4pm Agawam Junior High School

Remote meals pick up Wednesday, May 26 3pm-4pm Agawam Junior High School

Remote Meals Pick Up Wednesday, May 19 3pm-4pm Agawam Junior High

Remote Meals Pick Up Wednesday, May 12 3pm-4pm Agawam Junior High School

REMINDER Remote Meals Pick Up Wednesday, May 5 3pm-4pm Agawam Junior High School

Reminder: The Family Resource Center Power of Community "In our Own Voice" mental health webinar is this Wednesday, May 5th at 6:30. Please register at: https://sites.google.com/view/agawamfamilyresourcecenter/webinar-options/in-our-own-voice?authuser=0