*If you are experiencing a crisis you can call a free 24/7 helpline providing mental health crisis assistance and access to mental health resources throughout the state of Georgia at 1-800-715-4225 or mygcal.com or call Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) suicidepreventionlifeline.org or in an emergency call 911.

Parent Resources



Parents, check out these summer safety videos!
Lou and Lou Disney Junior Pool safety video

Bicycle Safer Journey – bike safety video


Here are some tips to help when working from home.


Parents, “Get Digital” is a new digital safety and well being resource from Facebook and InspirEd for 
educators, youth, and parents.



Hi Varner Familes!
Here is a great article from Common Sense Media to help you handle stress during this time.



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Talking to your child about Coronavirus
Students and parents may have questions and concerns about Coronavirus. On Counselor Keri's website she has an awesome video with great information for parents and students, which explains what Coronavirus is, ways to stay healthy, and how to handle worried feelings. πŸ˜Ÿ Please check it out by clicking on the video link below! 

https://youtu.be/kiVpWZBXLug

If you liked the video above, then click on the link below to view more information on Counselor Keri's website about helping your child handle their worries about Coronavirus.

https://www.counselorkeri.com/2020/03/14/talk-to-kids-about-coronavirus/

Please find the attached article, which is a parent resource from the National Association of School Psychologists, "Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource."
https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/health-crisis-resources/talking-to-children-about-covid-19-(coronavirus)-a-parent-resource