Dear NCPS Family:

As we approach the end of 2023, I want to wish you - our Nash County Schools community, a wonderful holiday, ample rest time, and ready to start the new year off on a great start in 2024.

Reflecting on 2023, we have made many strides in Growing Forward Together, from exiting our district from low-performing schools to planning for growth throughout our county to the demerger process of our school system.

We have launched an App to communicate better with our school community and have come together to support our students across the district when needed. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to my NCPS family. As the Superintendent of NCPS, it brings me immense joy to see how our community has navigated the challenges and triumphs of the past year.

While this is a beautiful time of the year, it can also be busy and stressful. Please visit our district website for any mental health and wellness service resources if needed this holiday break. Nash County Public Schools is committed to supporting schools, students, and families with resources to improve their mental and emotional wellness. Our goal is to meet the needs of the whole student in order to achieve success.

Below we have provided NCPS Mental Health information, which can also be found on our website. https://www.ncpschools.net/page/mental-health.

Please take the time to relax and recharge. I look forward to seeing you in 2024.

Sincerely,

Dr. Steven Ellis

NCPS Mental Health Resources

Student Resources

Safe Schools Health Kids NC

Website with tips and information for students as well as online courses and resources.

Community Mental Health Resources

Trillium - 1-877-685-2415

https://www.trilliumhealthresources.org/

Local governmental agency that manages mental health, substance use, and intellectual/developmental disability services for Nash County residents. Contact to get referrals for needed services.

Eastpointe - 1-800-913-6109

https://www.eastpointe.net/

Local governmental agency that manages mental health, substance use, and intellectual/developmental disability services for Edgecombe County residents. Contact to get referrals for needed services.

Mobile Crisis - 1-866-437-1821

http://www.integratedfamilyservices.net/services/mobile-crisis-management/

Mobile Crisis provides integrated, short-term crisis response, stabilization and intervention for adults and children experiencing a mental health or chemical dependency crisis. The Team can come to you where you are in Nash or Edgecombe Counties.

988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline - 988

https://988lifeline.org/talk-to-someone-now/

The hotline is available 24/7, free, and confidential. Call or chat for assistance if you or a friend or loved one is thinking about suicide or would like emotional support.

Say Something

https://www.sandyhookpromise.org/say-something-tiWebsite that provides NCPS secondary students a resource to submit an anonymous tip online or call a hotline for assistance with concerns to help someone who may hurt themselves or others.

Trevor Project
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

Parent Resources

Child Mind Family Resource Center
https://childmind.org/
Website includes a symptom checker and information for mental and behavioral health concerns.

Safe Schools Health Kids NC
Website with tips and information for parents as well as online courses and resources.

Triple P Parenting Program
Free online parenting program for NC parents.

2023 Holiday Note from Dr. Ellis

NCPS Mental Health Resources