Thread by @putkids1st

We're honored to have our staff invited to speak at so many important conferences this week.

One of today's conferences: The Mental Health in Schools Conference in Georgetown, TX.

Thank you to Matt Smith from Williamson County Juvenile Services for great work on the event!

@josettesaxton If you missed @josettesaxton's panel today — or if you just want more info on what the #TXlege passed regarding children's mental health and other kids' issues — check out our recap from the end of the legislative session. bit.ly/2FuZ42l

@josettesaxton And here's @josettesaxton's recent policy brief.

"When a child feels frightened, overwhelmed, or unsafe, the brain triggers a complex set of chemical and neurological events that flood the body with stress hormones, including cortisol...."

#TXlege #TXed bit.ly/2CSghBk

@josettesaxton And here's one more recent children's mental health brief from @josettesaxton.

This one addresses youth suicide prevention, a critical issue that @toddahunter @Menendez4Texas @FourPriceTX @SenLarryTaylor and other #TXlege members worked on this session.
bit.ly/2J3uqQj