Upcoming Events:
Recovery to Thriving: Supporting Mental Health & Students With Disabilities
May 23
Education leaders, disability advocates, coordinators, and special education professionals will discuss the issues affecting students.
Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
May 25
This group will focus on opportunities for leadership training graduates to serve on decision-making groups, provide coaching guidance.
Joint Planning Council Meeting
May 26
The Joint Planning and Advisory Council meeting will be held virtually on May 26, 2022, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CST).
Is your child in crisis?
If you’re worried about the safety of your child or the safety of others around your child, the Mississippi Department of Mental Health has certified, 24/7 in-person crisis response services around the state that you can call at 1-877-210-8513.
You can also call 9-1-1 for emergencies.
Issues with your child's school?
If your child has been sent home from school or you’re having other problems with your school or district, we have resources to help you learn more about your rights and people you can partner with to exercise those rights.
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Let's Work Together.
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The Launch of the 988 Crisis Line
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) shares on its website: “Beginning July 16, 2022, 988 will be the new three-digit dialing code
Dept. of Education Signals Possible Changes to Section 504 Regulations
Last week, Reporter Michelle Diament in Disability Scoop reported that “the U.S. Department of Education is considering amendments to regulations implementing Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act