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Carle Place Today
By the People, for the People
Carle Place Students Celebrate P.S. I Love You Week
Annual event promotes suicide prevention and mental health awareness
Published on Feb. 27, 2026
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Students at Carle Place Middle and High School in New York celebrated P.S. I Love You Week with a series of activities focused on suicide prevention and mental health. The week-long initiative, hosted by the Students Against Destructive Decisions Club, featured presentations from the Long Island Crisis Center, workshops on coping strategies, and a special P.S. I Love You Day celebration on February 13th with music, purple decorations, and the sale of apparel with messages of kindness.
Why it matters
The P.S. I Love You Week event highlights the importance of addressing mental health issues among students and building a school community centered on compassion and support. By providing resources and creating open dialogues around these topics, the district aims to destigmatize mental health and empower students to seek help when needed.
The details
Throughout the week, representatives from the Long Island Crisis Center visited classrooms to deliver presentations on managing emotions and the importance of reaching out for help. Students participated in thoughtful workshops that encouraged self-awareness, coping strategies and open conversations about mental health. On February 13th, the school community came together to celebrate P.S. I Love You Day with a live music performance, the distribution of purple hearts and ribbons, and the debut of apparel featuring messages of kindness and compassion.
- The P.S. I Love You Week initiative took place in the week leading up to February 13th.
- P.S. I Love You Day was celebrated on February 13th.
The players
Students Against Destructive Decisions Club
A student organization at Carle Place Middle and High School that hosted the P.S. I Love You Week initiative.
Long Island Crisis Center
An organization that provided presentations to Carle Place students on managing emotions and the importance of seeking help.
Kelly Dass
A guidance counselor at Carle Place who organized the P.S. I Love You Day events.
The takeaway
The P.S. I Love You Week initiative at Carle Place Middle and High School demonstrates the school district's commitment to promoting mental health awareness and creating a supportive environment for students. By providing resources, fostering open dialogues, and encouraging acts of kindness, the district is helping to destigmatize mental health issues and empower students to prioritize their well-being.
