The CMS PTA and PSS Esther Garcia have connected with the YMHFA lead at Integral Care about bringing this powerful course to our Covington teachers, staff and parents to help deepen our sense of community and give us adults some more tools to support our middle schoolers. This course will be FREE to our school community, as Integral Care has recently received a grant to teach this material to 2,000 Austin area community members, especially teachers and school staff. Please fill out this form to help us choose the best option for our community.
Additionally, teachers are eligible to receive CEUs for attending the course.
Learn how to respond with the Mental Health First
Aid Action Plan (ALGEE):
A ssess for risk of suicide or harm.
L isten nonjudgmentally.
G ive reassurance and information.
E ncourage appropriate professional help.
E ncourage self-help and other support strategies.