The SFES staff would like to wish all of our families a safe and happy summer! We realize this school year was unique with all its challenges and we hope that families can take this time to relax, reconnect, and revitalize. Your children have been home for an extended period of time, so we would like to share some additional ideas and resources to promote positive mental health and well-being, as well as some crisis and support resources. Should you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our administrative team so they can connect you and your child with school-system support staff.
 
Summer Activities for Positive Well-being:

• The Emotions Candy Game
• 7 Minute Workout for Emotional Regulation
• The Gratitude Game: Pickup Sticks
• Mental Health Scavenger Hunt *Updated for Staying at home!
• Howard County Parks and Recreation: Online Camps, Programs, Videos, and Printouts

 
Parent Resources:

• Promoting Psychological Well-Being in Your Kids This Summer: The Importance of Structure
• Healthy Summertime Habits for Kids
• 6 Healthy Behavior Tips for Well-Being This Summer
• Howard County Website (Medical, Behavioral, Crisis Supports)

 
Crisis Resources:

• Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center: 410.531.6677 (Available 24/7)
• Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
• Howard County Mental Health Authority: 410.313.7350
• Maryland Youth Crisis Hotline: 1.800.422.0009 (Available 24/7)
• Maryland Crisis Connect Line: Call 211 and select option 1. Text zip code to 898-211.
• NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): 410.772.9300
• Network of Care: howard.md.networkofcare.org/mh
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255