Grief Support for Students with Special Needs

May 11 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Description:

Learn how students with different abilities may process grief and strategies to support them. Neurodivergence or cognitive delays may require different interventions and support for grieving students. Learn how to help these students process a personal loss or one that may be affecting the school community. This training is provided by Kate’s Club.

Duration: 1 hour

Intended Audience: Counseling Staff, District Leaders, Early Learning Teachers (Birth-5 yrs), Elementary Teachers, High School Teachers, Mental Health and Wellbeing Specialists, Middle School Teachers, School Leaders, School Nurses, School Safety Staff, Social Workers, Special Student Services Staff, Teacher Leaders

DOE Office: Whole Child Supports

Topics: Mental Health, Wellbeing, Whole Child Supports

Event Type: Event - Single

Delivery Mode(s): Virtual

Event will be recorded: No

Primary Contact: Molly Sims - MHATscheduling@doe.k12.ga.us

To report an issue with the event link, please email the event contact.

Sessions:

May 11, 2026

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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Additional Resources:

This training is offered through the Mental Health Awareness Training (MHAT) project, which offers free, evidence-based mental health training to all school staff in Georgia. For more information, including how you can schedule training for your school, district, or RESA, check out our MHAT Flyer.