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Dear Parents and Guardians,

During the holiday break the following information is being provided to assist you in the event that it may be needed:
  • A Children’s Crisis and Referral Line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide immediate support to address youth behavioral health needs.  
  • Resources include parenting support, crisis counseling, and connecting families with local agencies.  
  • The referral line provides information on various topics including mental health disorders, behavior concerns, substance use, intellectual and developmental delays, and emotional well-being.
  • Support is available via text, phone call, chat, or email.   
 
Call: 1-844-HELP4WV or 304-356-5840 
Text: 1-844-435-7498 
Chat: help4wv.com 
Email:help4wv@firstchoiceservices.org 
 
On behalf of the Taylor County Board of Education, I encourage individuals to utilize this available resource if/as needed to maintain the wellbeing of our children and families.
 
I also wish you and your family a safe and Happy Holiday Season and a prosperous New Year.  
 
Sincerely,
Dr. John E. Stallings, Jr.
Superintendent,
Taylor County Schools