Seneca Valley High School

Let’s end the stigma. Let’s talk about mental health.

Inviting all community members

The Mental Health Resource Fair is open to students, families, and staff and will include MCPS and community partners sharing information about mental health and wellness; as well as a student-lead forum focusing on issues impacting Montgomery County youth. Students may earn Student Service Learning hours for participation in the Resource Fair.

Mental Health Resource Fair and Student Forum

Keynote Speaker, Charles A. Barrett, PhD, NCSP

Charles A. Barrett, PhD, NCSP, a district-level administrator in Virginia, practiced as a school psychologist for 13 years at the elementary and secondary levels. He serves as an adjunct lecturer at several universities, where he is actively involved in the training and development of future school psychologists. Dr. Barrett was named School Psychologist of the Year by the Virginia Academy of School Psychologists and received the Rookie of the Year Award from the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). His past leadership positions within NASP include co-chair of the Social Justice Task Force and African American Subcommittee, chair of the Multicultural Affairs and Social Justice Committees, and Virginia Delegate to the NASP Leadership Assembly. Dr. Barrett serves on the editorial boards of School Psychology Review and School Psychology. He is a frequent speaker and workshop presenter for educators, families, and community organizations. His website is www.charlesbarrett.org.

Shuttle Service

MCPS Shuttle service schedule for the mental Health Awareness Fair at Seneca Valley HS on Saturday October 26th, 2024: