In part two of this conversation, hosts Brian Noyes and Samantha Maxey continue speaking about student mental health with guests Maribel Bell, Executive Director of Student Supports, and Valerie Rogers, School Social Worker at Roswell High School. The discussion focuses on how Fulton County Schools and its partners provide mental health resources for students and families.

Here is a list of Mental Health Resources in the Atlanta area:

• Mental Health Awareness - Fulton County School System
• Strong4Life (Children's Healthcare of Atlanta): https://www.strong4life.com/en/emotional-wellness
• Free Your Feels: https://www.freeyourfeels.org/youth-resources
• Child Mind Institute - https://childmind.org/
• The Kids Mental Health Foundation: https://www.kidsmentalhealthfoundation.org/
• Seize the Awkward: https://seizetheawkward.org/

Episode 3: Mental Health Matters – PT 1: Supporting Students and Families
Student mental health is more important than ever, and schools are stepping up. In the first half of this conversation, we sit down with Maribel Bell, Executive Director of Student Support, and Valerie Rogers, School Social Worker at Roswell High School. Together, they share what mental health looks like for students today, how families and schools can work as partners, and the initiatives making a real difference in our district. Tune in for practical insights and a conversation that matters for every student's well-being.

Here is a list of Mental Health Resources in the Atlanta area:

• Mental Health Awareness - Fulton County School System
• Strong4Life (Children's Healthcare of Atlanta): https://www.strong4life.com/en/emotional-wellness
• Free Your Feels: https://www.freeyourfeels.org/youth-resources
• Child Mind Institute - https://childmind.org/
• The Kids Mental Health Foundation: https://www.kidsmentalhealthfoundation.org/
• Seize the Awkward: https://seizetheawkward.org/

In this episode of Let's Talk Schools, hosts Samantha Maxey and Brian Noyes explore the power of strategic partnerships in education. They are joined by Tonya McPhearson, Toyota Driving Opportunities Program Manager for the Fulton Education Foundation, and Lashawnda Woods-Roberts, Senior Assistant District Attorney from the Fulton County District Attorney's Office. The conversation dives into how community, corporate, and faith-based partners are helping students thrive.

Episode 1: Why Attendance Matters

In the debut episode of Let's Talk Schools, Fulton County Schools leaders dive into the critical topic of student attendance. Joined by Charity Trowbridge, Director of Student Support Services, and Dr. Keenan Cameron, Principal of McNair Middle School, the conversation explores how consistent school attendance shapes academic success, social development, and lifelong habits. Listeners will learn about the impact of chronic absenteeism, strategies for engaging families and students, and innovative solutions like remote learning days. Whether you're a parent, educator, or community member, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips to help every child thrive—starting with simply showing up.