Dept. of Student Behavioral Health and Wellbeing

03/04/2026

🌟 Clayton County, It’s Our Time! 🌟
We are bringing the spotlight to Clayton County with the GAPTA Family Engagement Walk, happening at the Morrow Center on March 7, 2026 (THIS SATURDAY) — and we want YOU to be part of it!

This is more than a walk.
It’s a celebration of family, unity, community pride, and engagement.
It’s about showing what Clayton County looks like when we come together.

👟 What’s Happening:
✅ Family Engagement Walk around Southlake
✅ Community resources & vendors
✅ Food trucks & fun
✅ Volunteer opportunities
✅ Cheer squads to encourage walkers
✅ A welcoming space for families of all ages

We’re Calling On:
• Volunteers (setup, cheer squad, route support, cleanup)
• Community members
• Schools & PTAs/PTSAs
• Local businesses & organizations
• Families who want to show up and show out for Clayton County
📍 Location: Morrow Center / Southlake Area
📅 Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
⏰ Time: Morning event 5:30AM - 12:00PM
✨ Whether you want to volunteer, walk, cheer, or support there’s a place for you.
Let’s put Clayton County on the map and show what family engagement really looks like when a community moves together.
📣 Spread the word. Tag a friend. Share this post.
📩 Interested in volunteering or partnering? Email us at
familyengagement@georgiapta.org

👉 Participant & Volunteer Registration - https://pci.jotform.com/form/260448254558161
👉 Vendor Registration Form https://form.jotform.com/260434054800144

Please click the link to complete this form.

03/03/2026

Happy ! The SBHW Department wants to give a huge shoutout to our incredible School Social Workers! 💙 Thank you for being the bridge between home and school, and for your tireless work supporting the emotional well-being of our students.

You make our school community stronger every day! 👏 Clayton County Public Schools

03/02/2026

Celebrate Read Across America Day TODAY by nurturing young minds! Reading lowers stress, boosts empathy, and builds resilience. Today, let’s explore new worlds to nourish our minds and souls. Cozy up with a favorite book and take a mental health break! 📚✨

Clayton County Public Schools

02/27/2026

The Department of Student Behavioral Health & Well-Being invites YOU to the Annual Youth Summit happening on Monday, March 16, 2026, at Charles R. Drew High School!

This FREE event will take place during Extended Learning Beyond the Classroom (ELBC) Day, so it’s the perfect opportunity for students to engage, connect, and thrive!

Transportation needed? We’ve got you covered with convenient school bus shuttle sites!

Incentives? Oh, we’ve got plenty to celebrate YOUR participation! From the school level, individual adults, etc., everyone gets appreciated 🥳

Follow the link below or within our Linktree! Reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

02/05/2026

We love seeing our CCPS School Counselors in action (especially during National School Counseling Week)!!

Here’s a glimpse of an executive functioning lesson being implemented in the classroom. Thank you for your continued dedication and support of our department initiatives.

02/03/2026

Good morning!!! It’s National School Counseling Week!

Our CCPS School counselors are an essential part of students’ K-12 experience, supporting academic success, well-being, and so much more. We celebrate our CCPS and thank them for their dedication, compassion, & lasting impact on students, families, and school communities.

02/02/2026

See you in ONE WEEK!

02/02/2026

Black History Month is a time to learn, reflect, and recognize the profound impact Black individuals have made—and CONTINUE to make—throughout history.

01/27/2026

Join us for an empowering workshop on Building Healthy Respectful Relationships in 2 WEEKS!

12/16/2025

As we enter our final week of school for 2025, here is what we hope will be ‘Happy Homework’

Why wait for the new year to reset?! Start today with these simple tasks 💜 Thank you for this comprehensive list!

10/08/2025

Today on World Dyslexia Day, we celebrate the incredible strengths of individuals with dyslexia & we extend our deepest gratitude to the dedicated dyslexia teachers in our Student Behavioral Health & Wellbeing Department 🧠💙

Your compassion, expertise, and unwavering commitment make a life-changing difference every day. Thank you for championing literacy, equity, and the unique potential of every learner.

10/03/2025

On Saturday, September 27th, our community came together at Clayton County International Park for the 8th Annual CCPS Youth Mental Health 5K Run & Walk. It was a powerful celebration of mental wellness, unity, and resilience.

With this year’s inspiring theme, “Walk, Run, Thrive!”, students, families, staff, and supporters took meaningful steps (and strides!) to raise awareness and show support for youth mental health 💚 Thank you to everyone who joined us at the park to walk, run, and thrive together! Your energy, commitment, and presence make a lasting impact.