If your child has experienced the loss of a family member or friend, our school psychologists, guidance counselors, social workers and family service coordinators (see below) are available to assist your child with emotional support while in school. Please contact your child’s teacher, school administration or principal to make arrangements.
Resources For Parents
For students who are in crisis or would like to speak to a judgment-free counselor, support is always available. Please ask for help.
Student Tips:
Local 24/7 Telephone Assistance
National 24/7 Telephone Assistance
The MSD of Martinsville offers an anonymous TIPLINE. Please use this resource to help us prevent young people from behaving dangerously to themselves or others.
The MSD of Martinsville recognizes the importance of parental and community involvement in education. The mission of the family service coordinators is to link home, school, and community in order to assist students in reaching their full potential. Family Service Coordinators offer:
Help in Your Home with Personal Visits
Help for School and/or Home Behavior Concerns
Transportation Assistance
Referrals to Community Resources
For questions, please contact our family service coordinators:
Patti Ostler [email protected]
Free and Reduced Lunch Opportunities To learn more about our free and reduced lunch services for students attending the MSD of Martinsville, please visit artiescafe.org
Clothing and School Supplies If your child is in need of school supplies or clothing, please contact your child’s school for assistance.
Rent Assistance
Renters experiencing a hardship are encouraged to apply for assistance at www.IndianaHousingNow.org or by calling 2-1-1.Applications are available in English and Spanish.