Since 1949, Mental Health America and affiliates across the country have observed May is Mental Health Month. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the mental health of people of all ages. Now, more than ever, it is critical to reduce the stigma around mental health struggles, because that stigma often prevents individuals from seeking help. Mental Health America’s 2021 Mental Health Month Toolkit #Tools2Thrive has practical tools that everyone can use to improve their mental health and increase resiliency. Learn more at: MHA | Mental Health America (mhanational.org)
May is also National Physical Fitness & Sports Month
Each May the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition encourages Americans to #MoveinMay in celebration of National Physical Fitness & Sports Month. This year, the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition is teaming up with the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion’s (ODPHP) to promote safe physical activity while practicing social distancing with the Move Your Way campaign. Learn more at: Walk. Run. Dance. Play. What's your move? - Move Your Way | health.gov
Michele Rohleder
SMS PTA President 2020-2021