Staff seeking support may utilize the following:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Local Mental Health Resources
Blended Recovery Counseling: 423-405-9084
Centerstone: 877:467-3123
Health Connect America: 423-252-0871
Helen Ross McNabb Center: 423-507-0887
Hiwassee Mental Health: 423-745-8802
United Way Community Resource Guide: 2024 Resource Guide.pdf
Grief Resources
American Psychological Association: Tools from APA on dealing with grief
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: Coping with Bereavement and Grief | SAMHSA
National Alliance for Children’s Grief: NACG
Helplines
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available.
• Call or text:
988
• Chat: 988lifeline.org
You’ll be able to speak with a trained crisis counselor any time of day or night.
SAMHSA Helpline
This Helpline provides 24-hour free and confidential help. You can get treatment referral and information about mental health and drug or alcohol use disorders, prevention, and recovery in English and Spanish.
• Call:
1-800-662-4357
• TTY:
1-800-487-4889
• Text your ZIP code to:
435748
• Visit FindTreatment.gov to locate a treatment facility or provider
Subject: Passing of Director of Schools Dr. Julie Goodin
Dear Staff and Families,
It is with a great deal of sadness that we share that our Director of Schools, Dr. Julie Goodin, has passed away unexpectedly.
Dr. Goodin assumed the leadership of our school system this past July after previously serving in numerous other roles. She was an incredibly talented and driven leader who cared deeply about our students, staff, and families. Her vision and dedication to strengthening our schools have left a lasting impact on our community. She will be dearly missed.
We understand that this news will bring a range of emotions for many in our school community. Support services will be available for students and staff who may need assistance in the days ahead. We also will share additional information about memorial opportunities as soon as they become available.
Out of respect and to allow our staff and students time to grieve, schools and the district office will be closed on Friday, October 24th. This day will be an optional professional development day across the district to allow our faculty and staff time to gather, receive grief counseling, and lean on one another. Additional information and counseling resources will be available on our website. www.mcminnschools.com
As we grieve this tremendous loss, we ask that you join us in keeping Dr. Goodin’s family and friends in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Thank you for your continued care and compassion as we support one another.
Sincerely,
Melasawn Knight
Assistant Director Of Schools