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Project AWARE

Background of Project AWARE

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Project AWARE (Advancing Wellness and Resiliency in Education) is a federal initiative to develop a sustainable infrastructure for school-based mental health programs and services.

Using grant funding from the Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Project AWARE seeks to build and expand the capacity of State Educational Agencies, in partnership with State Mental Health Agencies, overseeing school-aged youth.

By building or expanding capacity, the program advances wellness and resiliency in education by increasing mental health awareness in schools across states, territories, and tribal communities. 

Project AWARE at Arizona Department of Education

Project AWARE supports the development and implementation of a comprehensive plan of activities, services, and strategies to decrease youth violence and support the healthy development of school-aged youths. Arizona Department of Education, in collaboration with Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), is a grantee for two Project AWARE grants, each lasting five years.

Our Goals

Project AWARE Goals I and II

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Our Work

Comprehensive school mental health provides an array of supports and services that promote positive school climate and increase school safety through the use of a tiered approach that addresses prevention, early identification, intervention and treatment of mental health concerns in school-age children. The Project AWARE team promotes building comprehensive school mental health systems at our six districts and beyond through our relationships, partnerships, experience, and expertise in mental health. If you would like to learn more, please feel free to connect with us at [email protected].

Do you want to learn more about comprehensive school mental health systems but don't know where to start? Are you looking for information and resources to address mental health needs in schools? No matter where you are in your learning journey, the Project AWARE team will assist you! For technical assistance, reach out to us at [email protected]

In partnership with Arizona Healthcare Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) and Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS), the ADE Project AWARE team developed a free resource guide intended to assist school districts and behavioral health providers in creating seamless partnerships that support Arizona's youth and families. To access the free resource, click here.

Arizona Department of Education received two Project AWARE grants: AWARE I (2018 - 2023) and AWARE II (2021 - 2026). With these two grants, ADE is able to support 3 school districts each grant period.

AWARE I Sub-Grantees:

  • Glendale Elementary School District
  • Sunnyside Unified School District
  • Baboquivari Unified School District

AWARE II Sub-Grantees: 

  • Glendale Union High School District
  • Roosevelt School District
  • Maricopa Unified School District

We offer suicide prevention trainings to school staff and the community. Read more about the trainings we offer below:

  • QPR Suicide Prevention Training: Online, Self-paced, English language. This course takes 1-2 hours. The availability of this training through Project AWARE is extremely limited, and continued availability is not guaranteed. 
  • Acts on FACTS Suicide Prevention Training: Online, Self-paced, English language.
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid: Virtual Training with A Live facilitator. This is an interactive, online training. The training itself is 6 hours and requires approximately 2 hours of pre-course work. Cameras are required to stay on throughout the training. This training is offered through several community organizations. Please write to us if you need assistance connecting with a trainer. 
  • Suicide Alertness for Everyone (SafeTALK): In-person training, English language. This course take approximately 3.5 hours. Please write to us if you need assistance connecting with a trainer. 

Upcoming Trainings: 

Register for SafeTALK (4/5/23)

Register for Youth Mental Health First Aid (5/5/23)

Interested in Another Training?

Request a Training 

Helpful links and resources

For more information and resources, check out Project AWARE's Padlet here!

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Contact Us

For additional information, resources, or questions, please contact the Project AWARE Inbox at [email protected].

 

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From the School Safety & Social Wellness Blog

Working with Schools to Reduce Suicide Mon, Sep 26 2022

Project AWARE is a federal initiative funded by SAMHSA to build and expand the partnership between education and mental health systems at both the state and local levels. 

Project AWARE Training Opportunities Wed, Sep 21 2022

Important Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Reminder!

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