How do we make sure kids get the support they need before they end up in the juvenile justice system?

That was the focus of the conversation at The Carter Center’s 30th Annual Rosalynn Carter Georgia Mental Health Forum during the panel “Youth Mental Health at the Intersection of Care and Justice.” Georgia Appleseed’s Legal & Policy Director joined State Rep. Kim Schofield and Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice Assistant Director John Izzo for a discussion moderated by Kristin Denning of The Carter Center. We discussed how families, schools, and communities can work together to address behavioral and mental health needs early, keep students connected to support, and disrupt the school-to-prison pipeline. When schools respond with support instead of punishment, kids do better. If your child is struggling at school and you need help navigating discipline, behavioral health supports, or school meetings, Georgia Appleseed is here to help. #MentalHealth #YouthJustice #SchoolJustice #GeorgiaAppleseed #SchoolToPrisonPipeline