Morristown, Morris Plains and Morris Township Mayors to Attend Mental Health Symposium

The annual event in Hanover Township will focus on supporting high school students and their families.

Jan. 30, 2026 at 1:39pm

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The mayors of Morristown, Morris Plains, and Morris Township are expected to attend Hanover Township's annual Mental Health Symposium on February 5th. The event will focus on mental health challenges facing high school students and their families, including emotional well-being, academic pressure, and access to resources. Organizers said the evening will include a panel of professionals with experience in adolescent mental health and family support services.

Why it matters

Mental health support for teenagers is a critical community issue, and this symposium aims to bring together local leaders, experts, and families to have an open dialogue and provide practical guidance on navigating available resources.

The details

The symposium is being hosted by Hanover Township Mayor Thomas 'Ace' Gallagher, alongside Morris County Sheriff James Gannon, Tracy Cappiccille of NJ Statewide Student Support Services (NJ4S), and Hope One. The event is being supported by a wide network of municipal, county, law enforcement, school, and community partners.

  • The Mental Health Symposium is scheduled for Wednesday, February 5, 2026 at 7 p.m.

The players

Timothy Dougherty

The mayor of Morristown.

Jason Karr

The mayor of Morris Plains.

Donna Guariglia

The mayor of Morris Township.

Thomas 'Ace' Gallagher

The mayor of Hanover Township and host of the Mental Health Symposium.

James Gannon

The Morris County Sheriff.

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What they’re saying

“We are proud to bring together professionals who can offer insight, expertise, and practical guidance to families during such a critical stage of development. Mental health is a community issue, and open dialogue is essential.”

— Thomas 'Ace' Gallagher, Mayor of Hanover Township

The takeaway

This symposium demonstrates the commitment of local leaders to address mental health challenges facing high school students and their families, fostering open dialogue and connecting the community with valuable resources and support.