Mental Health and Wellness

February, recognized as Black History Month, is increasingly focused on "Black Health and Wellness," celebrating the contributions of Black practitioners while addressing systemic health disparities and promoting holistic well-being. It highlights the importance of cultural competence in healthcare, mental health, and ancestral healing traditions.

Key aspects of the intersection between Black History Month and wellness include:

  • Historical Legacy: Celebrating pioneers who shaped modern medicine despite facing discrimination.
  • Holistic Health: Emphasizing mental, physical, and spiritual wellness, including yoga and breathing, and ancestral healing rituals.
  • Addressing Disparities: Focusing on reducing higher risks for conditions like Type 2 diabetes and enhancing access to culturally competent care.
  • Mental Health Awareness: Normalizing therapy and mental wellness discussions within the community.
  • Community Resources: Utilizing organizations like BlackDoctor.org to find culturally sensitive providers and Outdoor Afro for nature-based wellness.

This focus aims to empower the Black community to prioritize health through education, advocacy, and self-care.Black History Month: Prioritizing Black Health and Wellness at Work

Mental Health America - Black History Month


Black History Month Wellness

Parenting Resources

Positive Parenting, Thriving Kids is a free online resource from the Child Mind Institute that offers practical tools to help parents and caregivers build strong, supportive relationships with their children. Explore expert-backed strategies to promote emotional well-being and resilience.

Four Ways to Support Teens' Social Emotional Development
10 Ways Parents Can Bring Social-Emotional Learning Home

Talking to Kids about Sexting

Mindfulness

Belly Breathing for Kids

Belly Breathing Sesame Street

Just Breathe
Yoga class 6 Mindfulness Activities You Can Do As a Family 

(English) (Spanish) 7 Mindfulness Exercises for Kids and Families

(English) (Spanish) Mindfulness Exercises (English) (Spanish)

Guided Meditations - in English and Spanish Mindfulness for Teens

100 Free Social Emotional Learning Tools

Emotional Regulation

Red Light, Green Light (English) (Spanish)

Freeze Dance Game (English) (Spanish)

Feelings of Control (English)(Spanish)

Coping Skills Worksheet (English) (Spanish)
The Helpful Counselor - 18 coping skills & activities

Positive and Negative Self Talk 

Deep Breathing for Kids

Calming Anxiety - Coping SkillsGiant List of Regulating Activities for Children.pdf

Virtual Calming Rooms
DJUSD Elementary Virtual Calming Room
Davis Senior High Virtual Calming Room
Thank You School Counselors

Mental Health Resources

Parent Empowerment Program

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Social Emotional Support Form

If you are worried about a student’s social emotional well-being or mental health fill out this form and a referral will be sent to a school counselor or another staff member who will provide support for the student.  

Cara Messmore 
Executive Director of Student Support Services
[email protected]

Annette Preciado
Prevention & Crisis Manager
[email protected]

Camica Edwards
Foster/Homeless Liaison
[email protected]

EAP