Albemarle County schools hosts Family Assistance Center

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - In response to the arrest of former Hollymead Elementary School employee, Michael Swiney, Albemarle County Public Schools is opening at a Family Assistance Center Thursday, June 18, at Journey Middle School.

The center will be open every Thursday through the first week of August from 12 p.m.- 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.- 7 p.m.

ACPS says the goal is to provide a safe space for students, families, and staff can find information and emotional support.

There will also be facilitated small-group discussions on Thursday, June 18, and on Thursdays throughout the summer, at the following times:

• 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
• 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Families who are unable to attend in person may submit questions or request follow-up support through the Family Assistance Center Help Form found here:

• ACPS Family Assistance Center Help Form (English)
• ACPS Formulario de Ayuda del Centro de Apoyo Familiar (Español)/ACPS Family Assistance Center Help Form (Spanish)
• 阿尔伯马尔县公立学校（ACPS）家庭援助中心求助表/ACPS Family Assistance Center Help Form (Chinese)
• فرم راهنمای مرکز کمک خانواده ACPS (FAC)

Miles Nelson, ACPS Coordinator of Mental Health & Wellness, will be on site to answer questions and help connect families with support.

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