Novi Mental Health Alliance

The mission of this group is to raise mental health awareness, well-being, and self-efficacy in the Novi Community School District’s (NCSD) K-12 system for students, with the support of parents, staff, and community members.  

This group was formed in March 2018 by parents, NCSD administrators, and community members who saw a need to have open dialogue regarding student mental health and wellness.  Since that time the group has grown into an active organization whose overarching goal is to address issues affecting mental health and wellness.  These issues include academic and social pressures that students face, relational aggression, communication between parents and children, adverse childhood experiences, and anxiety.  

Working monthly meetings, as well as quarterly educational evening events where experts in the social, emotional, and learning (SEL) field present, are held throughout the school year and summer months.  It is hoped that through offering these community resources that coping strategies can be gained to help build healthier families, classrooms, and communities. 

You can register to attend meetings on the Novi Public Library Website 

Meeting dates (all meetings from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at NPL)

• November 3, 2025
• December 1, 2025
• January 5, 2026
• February 2, 2026
• March 9, 2026
• April 13, 2026

*dates are subject to change based on space availability. Email Sarah Lephart with any questions. 

“We don’t have to do it all alone, we were never meant to.” - Brene Brown

2025-2026 MENTAL HEALTH SERIES

The Novi Mental Health Alliance, in partnership with Novi Community School District, is thrilled to present a dynamic Mental Health Series designed to support the well-being of our students, families, and staff.

Each Community Conversation will consist of a 30-minute presentation on a key topic, followed by a 30-minute Q&A and authentic dialogue among participants. The location of each Community Conversation is the Novi Public Library. 

The next event will take place on November 17 and will feature the Galvin Growth Group, who will share strategies for supporting kids and teens with executive functioning and work completion. Regiser for this event. 

Monday, November 17, 2025 | 6–7 p.m.

Topic: The Difficulty of Work Completion: How to Support Kids and Teens Who Struggle with Executive Functioning
Presenter: Galvin Growth Group

Description: Executive functioning skills are critical for the academic success of all students. When kids struggle to get work done, it can have an impact on their own mental health and the functioning of the whole family. This presentation will focus on key executive functions necessary for work completion, includinding planning, organizing, time management, sustained attention, task initiation, and flexibility. Parents will learn how to identify what aspects their children struggle with, and specific strategies to address each concern. 

Save the Dates

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 | 6–7 p.m.
Topic: High Achievers: Healthier, Happier Success
Presenter: Evolving Lives, Inc.

Monday, May 4, 2026 | 6–7:00 p.m.
Topic: Talk to a Therapist Live
Presenter: Ellie Mental Health