CSoC News and Events
Check back often for the latest news and upcoming events from CSoC and our community partners across New Hampshire.

Fifth Annual Magnify Voices Expressive Arts Contest – 2023 Celebration Event
GRANITE STATE STUDENTS in grades 5-12 are invited to submit a creative piece about their experience and connections to mental health. Winners will be awarded cash prizes at the celebration event on May 24, 2023, held at Silver Hall, Plymouth State University!

High School Junior Mia Flegal – Magnify Voices Participant Turned Youth Mental Health Advocate
Five years ago, Mia Flegal learned about Magnify Voices, a mental health expressive art contest for youth in fifth through 12th grade. Magnify Voices is an initiative of the New

Magnify Voices Expressive Art Contest Brings Awareness to Youth Mental Health
Submissions now open for N.H. children and youth through April 3 Concord, N.H. (January 12, 2023) – As the awareness and prevalence of mental health conditions becomes more widespread and

New Hampshire Chronicle: Shining a light on kids’ mental health (wmur.com)
Wednesday, June 1, 2022 – NH Chronicle highlighted our eye-opening statewide art contest that highlights kids’ struggles with mental health. The Magnify Voices contest is a chance to raise awareness

The NH Children’s System of Care Unveils NHCSoC.org – NH’s Family Mental Health Resource Directory
The NH Children’s System of Care Unveils NHCSoC.org – NH’s Family Mental Health Resource Directory Concord, N.H. (June 15, 2022) –The New Hampshire Children’s System of Care (CSoC) has unveiled

July 17 | Magnify Voices Welcome Reception
Beginning June 4, the Jaffrey Civic Center will be hosting Magnify Voices, an exhibit of works by New Hampshire students in grades 5-12. The art in the display expresses their

June 4 – July 16 | Magnify Voices Finalists on Display
Beginning June 4, the Jaffrey Civic Center will be hosting Magnify Voices, an exhibit of works by New Hampshire students in grades 5-12. The art in the display expresses their
August 1 @ 9am | Session Four: Students – Preventing Targeted Violence and Terrorism in Schools: Identifying and Responding to Behavioral Changes in Individuals
The DHS Center For Prevention Programs and Partnerships “Community Awareness Briefing” (CAB) is designed to raise community awareness and empower individuals with the information needed to successfully prevent targeted violence
August 11 @ 9am | Session Three: Parents/Caregivers – Preventing Targeted Violence and Terrorism in Schools: Identifying and Responding to Behavioral Changes in Individuals
The DHS Center For Prevention Programs and Partnerships “Community Awareness Briefing” (CAB) is designed to raise community awareness and empower individuals with the information needed to successfully prevent targeted violence
August 2 @ 9am | Session Three: Parents/Caregivers – Preventing Targeted Violence and Terrorism in Schools: Identifying and Responding to Behavioral Changes in Individuals
The DHS Center For Prevention Programs and Partnerships “Community Awareness Briefing” (CAB) is designed to raise community awareness and empower individuals with the information needed to successfully prevent targeted violence
August 8 @ 9am | Session Two: Administrators – Preventing Targeted Violence and Terrorism in Schools: Identifying and Responding to Behavioral Changes in Individuals
The DHS Center For Prevention Programs and Partnerships “Community Awareness Briefing” (CAB) is designed to raise community awareness and empower individuals with the information needed to successfully prevent targeted violence
August 3 @ 9am | Session Two: Administrators – Preventing Targeted Violence and Terrorism in Schools: Identifying and Responding to Behavioral Changes in Individuals
The DHS Center For Prevention Programs and Partnerships “Community Awareness Briefing” (CAB) is designed to raise community awareness and empower individuals with the information needed to successfully prevent targeted violence
August 9 @ 9am | Session One: Educators – Preventing Targeted Violence and Terrorism in Schools: Identifying and Responding to Behavioral Changes in Individuals
The DHS Center For Prevention Programs and Partnerships “Community Awareness Briefing” (CAB) is designed to raise community awareness and empower individuals with the information needed to successfully prevent targeted violence
August 4 @ 9am | Session One: Educators – Preventing Targeted Violence and Terrorism in Schools: Identifying and Responding to Behavioral Changes in Individuals
The DHS Center For Prevention Programs and Partnerships “Community Awareness Briefing” (CAB) is designed to raise community awareness and empower individuals with the information needed to successfully prevent targeted violence
August 10 @ 9am | Introduction to NH MTSS-B
This session describes the evolution and current implementation of NH’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports for Behavioral Health and Wellness (MTSS-B) in schools. Participants will be able to access and navigate
July 13 @ 9am | Introduction to Developmental Assets
Participants will learn about the importance of developmental protective factors for student wellness. Using the Search Institute’s 40 Developmental Assets and Developmental Relationships TM framework, participants will strategize ways to
August 10 @ 9am | Session Four: Students – Preventing Targeted Violence and Terrorism in Schools: Identifying and Responding to Behavioral Changes in Individuals
The DHS Center For Prevention Programs and Partnerships “Community Awareness Briefing” (CAB) is designed to raise community awareness and empower individuals with the information needed to successfully prevent targeted violence
July 29 @ 9am | Conversations on Culture and Diversity
Participants will explore the differences between diversity and culture; how one’s own cultural attitudes impact views on communication, appearance, time, authority, and work habits; and the importance of cultural competence
July 27 @ 9am | Conversations on Culture and Diversity
Participants will explore the differences between diversity and culture; how one’s own cultural attitudes impact views on communication, appearance, time, authority, and work habits; and the importance of cultural competence
June 29 @ 9am | Introduction to Trauma Responsive Classrooms
Participants will receive an overview and definition of trauma, examine key principles of the trauma-responsive approach, and reflect on how to apply universal strategies in the school setting. REGISTER HERE

May 15 @ 1:35pm | Non-profit of the Day at Fisher Cats vs. Binghamton
On May 15, NH CSoC will be featured as the non-profit of the day at Fisher Cats game against Binghamton at 1:35 p.m. celebrating Children’s Mental Health Awareness. Information and

Magnify Voices Expressive Arts Contest Celebrated 48 Youth Entries
Derry, N.H. (May 5, 2022) – The New Hampshire Children’s System of Care (CSoC) recognized youth in fifth through twelfth grade at the Fourth Annual Magnify Voices Expressive Arts Contest celebration held during both Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week and Mental Health Awareness Month.