14th Annual Mental Health in Schools Conference, Williamson County, TX (near Austin)
Host: Wilco Texas, Williamson County Juvenile Services & Impact Counseling Services
Date: October 21 or 22, 2025
Location: In Person, Williamson County, TX (Right outside of Austin, TX)
Attendees: Educators (mostly mental health staff and administrators)
Keynote: Turning Pain into Purpose: Preventing Suicide Through Human Connection
Description:
After years of trying to find help for her once joyful son and rap artist, AnneMoss Rogers helplessly watched Charles spiral into despair. Desperate to escape his depression, he turned to heroin and died by suicide in 2015 at age 20.
In this heartfelt and hopeful keynote, AnneMoss shares her path to healing by dragging an uncomfortable topic into the spotlight. She explores how giving back not only helped her survive but created a ripple effect of hope and connection. And through a blog community that came together in their shared pain, she illustrates with emotionally naked® honesty, a surprising and unexpected way to save lives.
Takeaways:
- Unconventional and creative ways we can save lives in the digital age
- How to recognize those struggling and what to say and do
- How to forgive oneself and move forward after a suicide loss
Breakout: Fun and Games: Mental Wellness Activities to Build Connection and Awareness
Description:
The key to getting people to talk about wellness is to make it fun! This is the part that educators love the most–the real-life ideas, interactive activities, and games that inspire conversation and teach skills. It’s not your usual snoozer training but a rich learning opportunity for educators that offers ready-made and tested ideas. Warning! The speaker will be recruiting audience members to demonstrate some of the games and activities.
Takeaways:
- Easy-to-adapt activities that suit multiple teaching styles or settings
- How to foster connection through fun, skill-building experiences
- Case studies showing how small changes can build wellness and resilience
- Access to a follow-up resource email with links to activity PDFs