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Supporting Students’ Mental Health and Wellness
Dear Families and Colleagues,
For many, this time of year is about warmth, joy, and celebration—but it can also present real challenges for our mental health and wellness. Now that winter is here, with its shorter days and colder temperatures, some of us may find that we need more support to feel our best.
That's one reason why, at NYC Public Schools, we continue to prioritize our students’ mental and emotional well-being. Here are some key resources that I encourage you to share with the young people in your lives:
- NYC Teenspace is a free program connecting New Yorkers ages 13-17 to virtual mental health support by licensed therapists, all via a secure online platform. Students and families can learn more at nyc.gov/teenspace.
- Nearly 400 of our schools have access to school-based mental health clinics, which offer clinical mental health treatment and services to students. Learn more about these clinics in our Chancellor’s Spotlight and Highlight Video.
- Hundreds of schools also partner with community-based organizations and/or school-based health centers that provide mental health support. Talk to your school’s parent coordinator to learn more about school-specific partnerships, as well as support available from school staff such as counselors and social workers.
- And for New Yorkers of all ages, NYC 988 is a free, 24-hour mental health resource accessible via phone call, text, or online chat.
Both this season and year-round, it is essential that we keep our students safe—physically and emotionally. At NYC Public Schools, our commitment to student safety and wellness is unwavering.
In partnership,
Melissa Aviles-Ramos
Chancellor
The Chancellor’s Spotlight:
Our school-based mental health clinics, operated collaboratively with community partners across the city, provide critical support to our students. Check out the Highlight Video for an in-depth look at one of these clinics, at Brooklyn International High School.
Nominate a person or program for The Chancellor’s Spotlight here.
Our Highlight Video:
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NYCPS News and Resources:
- Check out The Morning Bell for a look ahead at key December dates and events.
- For additional news and resources, follow NYCPS online at Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.
- For weekly video updates from Mayor Eric Adams, visit the Mayor’s Office YouTube page. You can also sign up to receive updatesdirectly from the Mayor's Office.
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