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A Fresh Box of Kleenex Is Not a Mental Health Plan
Today Was Hard Today was hard. Not because my calendar was full, discipline issues needed attention, or emails were piling up. Today was hard because our youth are hurting. And some of them are hurting themselves. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA, 2026) reminds us that connection, community, and access to support are critical parts of prevention. Thankfully, my conversations today did no
Melissa France
Sep 36 min read
When Safety Becomes Surveillance: Arizona’s Dangerous Trade-Off Between Policing and Counseling
School safety is not just about officers and locked doors. It is also about counselors who help students through grief, fear, and crisis. In Arizona, those positions are quietly disappearing. As school leaders, we are left asking who will support our students when tragedy strikes. Safe schools are built on support, not just surveillance.
Stephanie Nardi EdD
Mar 115 min read
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