Smithsburg Middle Counseling Center

06/14/2023

☀️ 2023 Summer Meal Schedule ☀️
Open sites starting June 12!

10/17/2022

For any families in need, there will be a Grocery Giveaway this weekend!

09/24/2022

09/10/2022

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1. You can also contact a 24/7 Su***de & Crisis Hotline by calling or texting 9-8-8 or chat 988lifeline.org.

09/07/2022

Individuals who think about su***de, often share these thoughts with their friends or show warning signs.

See a list of warning signs here: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/warning-signs-of-su***de

If one of your child's friends shares that they are thinking about su***de, ensure that your child knows they can come to you and that they know who to speak to at school.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1. You can also contact a 24/7 Su***de & Crisis Hotline by calling or texting 9-8-8 or chat 988lifeline.org.

09/06/2022

Mental health is an important part of our overall well being. Like when we are sick we need to see a doctor, if we are struggling with our mental health we also may need to see a professional who can help us. 90% of all people who die by su***de have experienced symptoms of a mental health condition.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1. You can also contact a 24/7 Su***de & Crisis Hotline by calling or texting 9-8-8 or chat 988lifeline.org.

09/05/2022

Su***de is the 2nd leading cause of death among people aged 10-14 in the US.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1. You can also contact a 24/7 Su***de & Crisis Hotline by calling or texting 9-8-8 or chat 988lifeline.org.

09/04/2022

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month and this week is National Su***de Prevention Week.

Smithsburg Middle School Counselors will be sharing resources this month for students to help themselves or a friend who may be considering su***de.

We encourage families to have conversations about mental health and su***de. Please contact your child's school counselor if you would like mental health resources.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1. You can also contact a 24/7 Su***de & Crisis Hotline by calling or texting 9-8-8 or chat 988lifeline.org.

08/31/2022

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