- Gainesville Junior High
- Helpful Links and Resources

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Abuse
- Break the Cycle
Break the Cycle is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to end domestic violence by working proactively with youth. - Child Abuse Prevention Network
A large site dedicated to the prevention of child abuse. - Child Centered Solutions
The Child Centered Solutions website is specifically tailored to provide children, families and professionals with the resources to educate and manage all types of family conflicts - Sexual Abuse Awareness Training Programs
- Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Child Protective Services
- That's Not Cool: Teen Digital Dating Violence Prevention
The Family Violence Prevention Fund and Office on Violence Against Women designed this website to help teens recognize digital dating abuse and provide them with the tools to initiate a conversation about this issue.
Academic Achievement/Succes- Achieve, Inc.
Created by the nation's governors and business leaders, Achieve helps states raise academic standards and achievement so that all students graduate ready for college, careers and citizenship - All Kinds of Minds
The All Kinds of Minds’ mission is to help students who struggle with learning measurably improve their success in school and life by providing programs that integrate educational, scientific and clinical expertise.
Anger Management- All About Anger
Resource for counselors to use in create anger management program. - Angries Out
Talk, Trust & Feel Therapeutics provides innovative toys and books to help parents, teachers and therapists teach children to express uncomfortable feelings, take responsibility for their own behavior and learn positive social skills - Calm Parenting: Anger Management in Children and Teens
Many parents want to know how to manage anger in their children. Maybe your child acts out and is belligerent, and you’re at a loss to help him control those feelings - Help for Parents of Troubled Teens
Dealing with Anger, Violence, Delinquency, and Other Teen Behavior Problems - Parenting Angry Teens
Six steps for parenting angry teenagers
Behavior Management
- Bad Conduct, Defiance, and Mental Health
In “Bad Conduct, Defiance, and Mental Health,” an article appearing in the new issue of Focal Point, Charley Huffine argues that the CD and ODD diagnoses are not meaningful, and that these labels are often attached to youth who suffer from other (usually undiagnosed) mental health difficulties. - SchoolBehavior.com: Awareness, Empathy, and Skills
Leslie E. Packer, PhD, created this site to help educators learn about neurobehavioral disorders -- the "hidden" disabilities that can impair a student's academic, behavioral, and social-emotional functioning. This website contains tips, materials, and strategies to help children with a variety of disorders and information on classroom behavior. - Behavior at Home
Having a child with challenging behavior can affect the entire family, and family members often find the need for more information and guidance in this difficult area. The resources listed on this site are intended to connect families with resources and support. - Love & Logic
The Love and Logic Institute is dedicated to making parenting and teaching fun and rewarding, instead of stressful and chaotic. We provide practical tools and techniques that help adults achieve respectful, healthy relationships with their children.
Bullying Prevention- American Psychological Association
- StopBullying.gov
- Cyber Bully Help
Preventing bullying in the digital age. - Teens Against Bullying
PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center unites, engages, and educates communities nationwide to prevent bullying through the use of creative, interactive resources.
Child Trauma- Child Trauma Academy
CTA is a not-for-profit organization based in Houston, Texas working to improve the lives of high-risk children through direct service, research and education. - National Association of School Psychologists-Trauma
- The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Established by Congress in 2000, the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) brings a singular and comprehensive focus to childhood trauma - Trauma Institute & Child Trauma Institute
TI & CTI provides therapy, training, consultation, information, and resources for those who work with trauma-exposed children, adolescents, and adults.
- Break the Cycle
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College and Career Planning
- ASVAB
Career planning and exploration program that combines a multiple-aptitude test with an interest self-assessment and a wide range of career exploration tools. - CareerShip
An online career exploration adventure where your mission is to fuel your CareerShip by learning about careers - College Affordability Guide
A fresh analysis of which colleges are doing the most to make high-quality education affordable - College Board
The College Board is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization that connects students to college success and opportunity. - College Navigator
Link to nearly 7,000 colleges across the U.S., including two-year and trade schools. Learn about each type of school and how much it costs to attend. - Consider College Now!
Federal student aid guide to college for middle school students. - Kids.gov
Career information by grade level - KnowHow2Go
Tips for middle school and high school students on how to get ready for college. - Mapping Your Future
No matter what you dream of doing with your life, preparing yourself for life (and most likely education) after high school is important. Mapping Your Future can help! - Texas Reality Check
Don't know how much money you will need to earn in the future? Don't know which occupation to choose? No problem! Texas Reality Check can help!
Death/Dying/Grief- Anticipatory Grief for Teens
- Helping Your Teen Cope With Grief
- Teen Health Death & Grief
- The Dougy Center
The National Center for Grieving Children & Families - The Five Stages of Grief
- Your Grief Your Way
Pyschological First Aid
- NCTSN-PFA
- NCTSN-PFA Field Operations Guide
Developed by The National Child Traumatic Stress Network and the National Center for PTSD - NCTSN-PFA Online Training
6-hour interactive course that puts the participant in the role of a provider in a post-disaster scene. - John Hopkins PFA Training
School Violence
Suicide and Self-Harm - ASVAB