School Counseling / Links and Resources

Below are links to helpful information and resources available in our area. For additional questions or support, please contact Amy Marshall (amy.marshall@knoxschools.org) or Cheri Elkins (cheri.elkins@knoxschools.org) at 689-1474.

Virtual Learning Program Resources (including food program, home internet, and devices)

Centro Hispano

COVID-19 Support from the State of TN

Family Justice Center (serving domestic violence and sexual assault victims)

KCS Clothing Center PTA

TNDCS Family Resources Guide

Talking About COVID 19

One thing is for certain--school definitely looks different this year than in the past! These resources can help you support young children as we all adjust to this new normal.

Kids Health.org: How to Talk to Your Child

ChildMind.org: How to Talk about the Crisis

Sesame Street: Caring for Each Other

Daniel Tiger, Odd Squad, and Peg + Cat Talk about Coronavirus

PBS Kids for Parents: COVID 19

Emotional Support Options for COVID 19 (Familes/Students)

Helping Kids Get Used to Wearing Masks

Community Mental Health Providers

Cherokee Health Systems

Bearden Behavioral Health

Ebenezer Counseling Services

Helen Ross McNabb Center

Peninsula Behavioral Health

Mobile Crisis Hotline

865-539-2409

Mobile Crisis Unit (MCU) provides a 24-hour crisis response system for individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis. The program provides assessments, triage, and access to appropriate levels of care.

Department of Children's Services Child Abuse Reporting Hotline

1-877-237-0004

Click here to make a report online.

Click here to complete the Caretaker Needs Assessment for 2020-2021.

Disclaimer: This list is of known providers of particular services and resources of a particular topic. The providers on this list are from a variety of sources. This opportunity is being provided as a courtesy, for information only, and the user should understand that there are no assurances or guarantees regarding the providers. Knox Co. Schools neither endorses, approves, nor recommends any specific provider below. This list is not inclusive of all community agencies, services, or organizations that provide a particular service or offer resources. The responsibility of the parent/guardian is to determine whether any of the content is of value to them and whether or not the service meets their needs.