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Sussex: 973-579-4399
For students, families, and schools in Morris and Sussex Counties.
New Jersey Statewide Student Support Services (NJ4S) is a program funded by the Department of Children and Families providing an array of social, emotional, and mental health services to support students and their parents/caregivers in Morris and Sussex Counties.
The program is centered around the voice, experience, and needs of students and their families and is provided at no cost.
Education and support will be provided to students, family members, school faculty and administrators on various mental health and prevention topics.
Services will be delivered in three tiers: Community Education, Prevention Programming, and Brief Counseling.
Public in-person and virtual programs and events are scheduled.
Students and families in grades Pre-K to Grade 12, school staff, and community members can access and participate.
Click to view Morris & Sussex districts
Click to view Tier Two evidence based presentations and workshops:
Handout Resources – PDFs in English & Spanish
Things I Can Control
Change Your Words, Change Your Mindset
Crisis Stablization Resources
Tips for Talking with Your Child About Mental Health
Rainbow Breathing
Ways to Practice Self-love
Safe Dating for Youth
Is it Conflict or Bullying
Bullying: How to Support Your Child
Bullying: How to Tell an Adult
A Parent/Caregiver Guide to Understanding Anime
Virtual Workshop for Parents & Caregivers of Middle & High Schoolers in Morris & Sussex Counties
Wednesday, July 31st
12 pm - 1 pm
Parents/caregivers will learn how to connect with their child who is passionate about anime, and also learn how to keep them safe watching anime that may have complex and mature themes.
Parent Summer Book Club
Join us this summer for a book club series for adults who care for school aged youth!
Virtual meetings for Parents & Caregivers in Morris & Sussex Counties
Book Selection: One Trusted Adult by Brooklyn Raney
Wednesdays - July 10, July 17, July 24
6:30-7:30pm
A complimentary book will be provided.
One time registration required - the Zoom link will be sent by the end of the business day on the Monday before the meeting.
Summer Book Club - High School
Every other WEDNESDAY - July & August
DATES: 7/3, 7/17, 7/31, 8/14
VIRTUAL Meeting
11:00am-12:15pm
Books will be provided - RSVP by June 14 to receive your complimentary copy
Summer Book Club - Middle School
Every other WEDNESDAY - July & August
DATES: 7/10, 7/24, 8/7, 8/21
VIRTUAL Meeting
11:00am-12:15pm
Books will be provided - RSVP by June 14 to receive your complimentary copy
Back to School Jitters
Virtual Workshop Series for Parents & Caregivers of School Age Children
WEDNESDAY
August 7, 2024
6:30 - 7:30pm
Anime Club: Connecting Through Anime
FREE VIRTUAL CLUB for Morris & Sussex County High School Students
Wednesdays in August
8/7 8/14 8/21 8/28
12-1:00pm
Join us to explore the fascinating world of anime and manga. Whether you’re an anime expert or just starting out, you’ll find friends here to share your passion with. Come join the adventure!
"Inside Out" OUTDOOR Summer Movie Night Under the Stars in Morristown
Movie Under the Stars "Inside Out"
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
7:30-9:00pm
Ginty Field, 45 Woodland Ave, Morristown, NJ
Parent to Parent Group - Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm
Join other parents & caregivers in a peer to peer, supportive environment. This group is led by experienced members to guide in developing the support needed to reduce isolation sometimes felt by parents.
One time registration required – the Zoom link will be sent by the end of the business day on the Tuesday before the group.
The Protective Factor: Conversations that Inspire Hope & Healing PODCAST
"The Protective Factor: Conversations that Inspire Hope and Healing” podcast is brought to you by the Mental Health Association and NJ4S Morris-Sussex – New Jersey Statewide Student Support Services.
Each episode, we’ll share conversations to inform students, families, educators, and the community about important preventative mental health topics.
Bring “My Ascension” Film Screening to your School or Community
Reach out to NJ4S Morris-Sussex to schedule a screening of “My Ascension” a 55-minute film providing an inspiring look at Emma Benoit’s story, and includes firsthand experiences of families, friends, school officials, and suicide prevention experts. The film shares valuable resources to help keep teens safe.
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