AB 748 requires each school site serving students in grades 6 to 12, inclusive, to create a poster that identifies approaches and shares resources regarding student mental health.

The poster must be prominently and conspicuously displayed in appropriate public areas that are accessible to, and commonly frequented by, students at each school site.

SDCOE partnered with young people in the county to create three template posters that districts can use as an option.

If emergency medical care is needed, call 9-1-1 or go to the emergency room of the nearest hospital.

• 988 (24/7)

TDD/TTY Dial 711-988

If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org to connect with a trained crisis counselor who can help. Available in multiple languages.

• Crisis Text Line "HOME" to 741741 (24/7)

Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, by providing access to free support.

• San Diego Access and Crisis Line 888-724-7240 (24/7)

TDD/TTY Dial 711

Call or Live chat if you or someone you care about is experiencing a suicidal or mental health crisis and needs immediate help. Trained and experienced counselors are available. The call is free and confidential.  Available in multiple languages.

• The California Peer-Run Warm Line 855-845-7415

This is a free, non-emergency resource available to anyone in need of emotional support in the state of CA. Support is available via phone, texting or through an online chat.

Additional Resources

• Brain XP is dedicated to ending the stigma toward other teenagers who suffer from mental health issues. Brain XP also has positive daily social media content: Brain XP Blog and Brain XP Instagram (@brainxpproject). All of our content is created by teens for other teens, and all of our resources can be accessed online.

• Help A Friend In Need (PDF)

• Mental Health Thrival Kit (PDF)

• NAMI Child and Adolescent Action Center

• Alliance for Healthier Generation

• Back to School - Mental Health America

• Helpguide.org

• Mental Health Tips During the Holidays (PDF)

• The National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement

County of San Diego, Health and Human Services Agency, Behavioral Health Services, Children, Youth and Families:

• How to Access Behavioral Health Services for Youth in San Diego County (PDF)
• SchooLink Service Structure (County-Funded Behavioral Health Services) (PDF)
• San Diego County, Behavioral Health Services, Regional Schools and Providers

Lunch and Learn Webinars

The San Diego County Office of Education Student Wellness and School Culture Department and the Transforming Mental Health Initiative at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego is offering the third annual Mental Health Webinar Series for educators and school staff to support student mental health and wellness.

2023

• Depression and Anxiety: The Mental Health Challenges Facing Youth Today (recording / slides)
• What You Need to Know About Eating Disorders (recording / slides)
• Forming Stronger Relationships with Students and the School Community (recording / slides)
• The Real Deal: Connection Between Vaping, Cannabis Use, and Mental Health (recording / slides)

2022

• Effective Stress Reduction Strategies to Help Prevent and Manage Burnout (recording / slides)
• Managing Stress and Building Resiliency-Improving Coping during the Pandemic (recording / slides)
• Cultivating Connection: Stepping Stones for Building Healthy Relationships and Trust in the Classroom (recording / slides)
• Fostering Student Success: Helping Students Manage Stress and Anxiety (recording / slides)
• Creating an Inclusive Environment for All (recording / slides)
• A Deeper Look at Depression (recording / slides)

National Parent Helpline

Call the National Parent Helpline: 1-855-4A PARENT (1-855-427-2736) to get emotional support from a trained Advocate and become empowered and a stronger parent. They are available Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

SDCOE Caregiver Wellness offers information on recognizing signs of stress, engaging in joyful activities, taking a self-compassion break, and creating a web of support.

2023 Mental Health Webinar Series for Parents / Caregivers

The Parent / Caregiver Mental Health Webinar Series is brought to you by the San Diego County Office of Education, Student Wellness and School Culture; Scripps Health; and the Transforming Mental Health Initiative at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego.

• What You Need To Know About Eating Disorders (recording / slides)
• The Real Deal: Connection Between Vaping, Cannabis Use, and Mental Health (recording / slides)
• Depression and Anxiety: The Mental Health Challenges Facing Youth Today (recording / slides)

​Senate Bill (SB) 98 is an education omnibus trailer bill to the 2020 Budget Act which was signed into law on June 29, 2020. SB 98 adds Education Code section 43509 and one of several provisions contained in SB 98 requires local educational agencies (LEAs) to adopt a learning continuity and attendance plan that addresses each school within the LEA. This plan, among other things, must include the following:

• A description of how the LEA will monitor and support the mental health and social and emotional well-being of pupils and staff during the school year.
• The description may include any professional development and resources that will be provided to pupils and staff to address trauma and other impacts of COVID-19 on the school community.

Mental Health and Wellness Resources for Staff

• Toolkit for School Systems to Advance Comprehensive School Employee Wellness

• Wellness Tools

• Workplace Mental Health and Wellness

View a variety of mental health resources — created by San Diego County teens for teens — and information on youth-led mental health coalitions.

Coping with Anxiety

Teen created mental health card

High school students created a pocket card for peers that includes a grounding strategy and mental health resources.

Download Anxiety Card