YPS will provide additional early dismissal shuttle buses for Roosevelt, Gorton, Riverside,

Saunders, and Lincoln High Schools.

 

Each bus will drop students off at a single hub location where they can then use public transportation.

 

 

Students interested in using this service must complete the form below: 

Form Link: https://forms.office.com/r/u8cBSi8G9E

 

 

The below resources provide information on treatment, support, and mental and physical health for middle schoolers, as well as additional resources for school projects.

Tips for Parents

Quick tips on getting started with talking to your middle schooler about alcohol.

Mental Health Emergencies

Many young people who drink also struggle with other substance use disorders and mental health issues, such as depression. Some toll-free help lines are:

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or Text 988
For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 988.

If you're thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, the Lifeline network is available 24/7 across the United States. Services are also available in Spanish.

SAMHSA's National Helpline

Also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service, this helpline provides 24-hour free and confidential treatment referral and information about mental and/or substance use disorders, prevention, and recovery in English and Spanish.

1-800-662-HELP (4357)

TTY: 1-800-487-4889

The Trevor Project TrevorLifeline

The Trevor Project is a national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning youth.

1-866-488-7386

Treatment and Support Resources

Are you a parent or caregiver who needs help for your middle schooler, or does your middle schooler need help coping with someone else’s drinking? Here are some organizations:

Al-Anon Family Groups

• Alateen supports teens whose lives have been affected by someone's drinking.
• Al-Anon helps family and friends of people who are worried about someone’s drinking.

Contact: 1-888-4AL-ANON (25-2666)

Alcoholics Anonymous

Supports individuals who want to stop drinking.

• Young People in AA

Contact: 212-870-3400 or Meeting Guide app for iOS and Android smartphones

National Association for Children of Addiction

Helps children who are hurt by a parent's alcohol use.

• Just for Kids
• Just for Teens

Contact: 301-468-0985

Partnership To End Addiction

Helps families and caregivers in finding treatment options for teens and provides an overview of the Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) approach to improving family dynamics.

Contact: https://drugfree.org/get-support/

SMART Recovery

Supports individuals who desire to gain independence from any type of addictive behavior.

• The SMART Recovery Teen & Youth Support Program

Contact: 440-951-5357

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

• Talk. They Hear You. campaign

This substance use prevention campaign helps parents and caregivers start talking to their children early about the dangers of alcohol and other drugs.

• Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator

Locate substance use treatment centers in your area.

Contact: 1-800-662-HELP (4375)

Healthy Mind and Body

National Institute of Mental Health: Teen Depression Fact Sheet

This fact sheet describes symptoms of depression and how to get help.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: BAM! (Body and Mind)

Designed for students 9–13 years old, BAM! gives students the information they need to make healthy lifestyle choices. The site also serves as an aid to teachers, providing them with interactive, educational, and fun activities that are linked to national education standards for science and health.

Alcohol and Drug Research Sites

Are you a parent or caregiver who is looking for more information, or is your middle schooler doing research for a school project? Check out these sites:

National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)

NIAAA has information about alcohol use, alcohol use disorder, and treatment options.

• NIAAA website
• NIAAA publications
• College Drinking Prevention website
• Alcohol Policy Information System: Underage Drinking

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

• NIDA website
• NIDA Information for Parents and Educators. Get information on how different drugs can affect the brain and the body and find many links to related sites.
• Principles of Adolescent Substance Use Disorder Treatment. This guide for healthcare providers describes behavioral approaches, family-based approaches, medications, and recovery support.

 

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National Arab American Heritage Month

"During the month of April, the Arab America Foundation formally recognizes the achievements of Arab Americans through the celebration of National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM). Across the country, cultural institutions, school districts, municipalities, state legislatures, public servants, and non-profit organizations issue proclamations and engage in special events that celebrate our community’s rich heritage and numerous contributions to society."  arabamericafoundation.org

 

Saunders High School is organizing a Medical Supplies Donation Drive for Ukraine. They're most in need of: medical supplies, bandages, toiletries, wet wipes, hygiene products, baby food and diapers. 

 

 

 

 

March is Woman's History Month

Let's celebrate the accomplishments of women around the world!!

Watch the video about Black Girls Code, an organization founded by Kimberly Bryant. Then, explain the mission of the Black Girls Code and how it is working to improve gender and racial equality.  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1mXZMCaRmk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1mXZMCaRmk