What

2026 School-Based Mental Health Symposium

When

July 29, 2026 - July 30, 2026    
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Where

Embassy Suites
11301 Financial Centre Parkway, Little Rock, AR
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Host: Arkansas Mental Health Access for Pediatric Primary Care

Details: https://news.uams.edu/2026/07/08/uams-ach-present-school-based-mental-health-symposium-on-july-29-30/

Description: The symposium, which is free of charge, is for school personnel, including administrators, teachers, counselors, principals, school nurses, intervention specialists, and support staff. There will be two distinct learning tracks designed to meet the needs of both healthcare providers and school-based professionals.

This year’s theme will be “Neurodivergence: From Insight to Implementation — Clinical and School-Based Strategies for Supporting Autism and Developmental Differences,” with speakers from across the nation covering topics that include practical classroom strategies, behavior support and de-escalation techniques, and inclusive instruction and accommodations.