School counselors and psychologists have been in short supply throughout Jen Voge’s 25-year career, but she says the need seems greater now than ever. Student mental health problems have become chronic in... Read more »
Hilinski’s Hope’s fourth week of collective action is a continuation of the organization’s service to the mental wellbeing of students across all levels and sports NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ —... Read more »
Whether you’re a math teacher, a bus driver, a janitor or an office manager, schools across Wisconsin are increasingly training their staff on youth mental health first aid, a program often compared... Read more »
Even though it’s been three years since the pandemic started, student mental health is still a big concern for lawmakers, and they wanted to make sure it’s supported for this new school... Read more »
For K. Devi, a mother of three, immense relief came from unexpected quarters a couple of weeks ago. Her children go to the Government Primary School at Kondathe, a tiny, largely tribal,... Read more »
Creating ‘happy schools’ with open spaces, greenery and natural light can make them places where students feel joyful, safe and supported. This story first appeared at The 74, a nonprofit news site... Read more »
DALLAS (CBSNewsTexas.com) – Three out of every four Texas children with depression don’t receive any mental health treatment, according to Mental Health America. Pair that with the severe shortage of mental health professionals... Read more »
WATERLOO — School staffers were reminded they are influential in shaping the lives of future generations as they gathered to mark the start of a new school year. The Waterloo Community School District... Read more »
On the umpteenth day that my middle schoolers and I were slogging through online learning, I introduced them to what I’d been doing to combat my pandemic-induced gloom: “Let’s get ready for... Read more »
Adams touts this program as a way to help with students’ mental health. New York City Mayor Eric Adams practices mindful breathing techniques, and beginning Sept. 7, public school students in all... Read more »
Stopol: A ‘we are crew, not passengers’ approach builds community and lets students see that they can achieve more when sharing each other’s success. This story first appeared at The 74, a... Read more »
This photo shows a police officer in front of a school building This article was originally published in The Texas Tribune. Almost a year after Texas’ deadliest school shooting, state lawmakers ordered... Read more »
Chad Charkowski, an owner and head of sales at Covenant Workplace Solutions (Submitted photo) CEDAR RAPIDS — Several Iowa school districts are adding a workplace mental health and wellness partner — based... Read more »
Summit54’s “Summer Advantage” program is working to reverse summer learning losses in the Roaring Fork School District, and student assessments show significant gains over the course of the five-week academic program. The... Read more »
Listen to the article 6 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Texas superintendents and school board members are being warned by civil rights groups to... Read more »
“We’ve never been taught how to breathe,” Mayor Eric Adams claimed Tuesday, as he mandated two to five minutes of “mindful breathing” per day for all K-12 students next year. But the... Read more »
From Harlem to Hollis, New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Department of Education (DOE) Chancellor David C. Banks. Including the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) Commissioner... Read more »
Mental health is an essential aspect of overall health and well-being. Unfortunately, mental health problems are prevalent in our society, with millions of people affected worldwide. Mental health issues can arise due... Read more »
Mental health is an essential aspect of overall well-being and quality of life. It is vital for schools and employers to create an environment that supports individuals’ mental health. Schools and employers... Read more »
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters here. Her daughter’s anxiety was spiraling out of control and Jaquetta Johnson couldn’t find help. Last fall, as the Delaware... Read more »
Mental health is an essential aspect of overall health that is often neglected in schools. However, prioritizing mental health awareness in schools has many benefits that can improve the well-being of students... Read more »
The Manchester School District recently recognized those who provide support in the area of mental wellness for their students as well as district staff. (Photo courtesy Manchester Schools) MANCHESTER – Even... Read more »
Brianna was found in Culcheth Linear Park on February 11 with multiple stab wounds, and was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency services. Following the death of her daughter, Esther Ghey... Read more »
Jordan Grinstein spreads mindfulness throughout the schools. (Photo/Evan Walsh) SHREWSBURY – Mindfulness is paramount at Shrewsbury Public Schools, and the district has recently undertaken several initiatives to improve the mental health and... Read more »
From left, Rep. Elizabeth Velasco, Rep. Meghan Lukens and Sen. Dylan Roberts address the Eagle County community at Gypsum Town Hall on Tuesday. John LaConte/Vail Daily Sen. Dylan Roberts, Rep. Meghan Lukens... Read more »
Local public high schools are actively working to address students’ mental health issues — but more can be done, according to the San Luis Obispo County grand jury. In a report released... Read more »
Note: this article discusses the increase in anxiety, depression, self-harm and related illnesses among adolescents. Parents and students dealing with these issues can find local resources at the Central Kansas Mental Health... Read more »
Generation Esports says that its Gaming Concepts curriculum has resulted in better student attendance, engagement, and mental health outcomes in schools that incorporate gaming into their programs. Kansas City, Missouri–(Newsfile Corp. –... Read more »
The mental health of students is a growing concern in schools today. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, one in five children and adolescents in the United States experience a... Read more »
A multimillion dollar investment in youth mental health programs will give every public school student in New Orleans access to care beginning in the coming school year, school officials and providers said... Read more »
In October, about 70 school and district leaders from around the country gathered in Utah for a mental health summit. More than once during the three-day conference, administrators had to break away... Read more »
Wyandotte schools will not be able to turn on a controversial T-Mobile 5G tower atop Washington Elementary School, a Wayne County Circuit Court judge ruled Friday. Wayne County Circuit Court Judge Adel... Read more »
Mental health has become a critical issue in today’s society. With the prevalence of mental health disorders on the rise, it’s important to take action and address this issue in schools across... Read more »
Declining mental health for kids is a growing problem in the U.S. The surgeon general has called it the crisis of our time. But what can schools do? A Cape Cod-based program... Read more »
Mental health education in schools is a crucial step towards preventing future mental health crises. With more and more young people struggling with mental health issues, it is essential that schools take... Read more »
Facility schools are intended to act as temporary programs of last resort to stabilize students so they can successfully return to their home schools. Yet, the state does not keep track of... Read more »
Student mental health has become a growing concern in recent years, with research indicating that the majority of students struggle with mental health issues. According to a recent study, approximately 1 in... Read more »
SOUTH JORDAN, Utah – On a recent day at Bingham High School, students brainstormed ways to get the word out: Their school has a new mental health room. Their work carries urgency... Read more »
In today’s fast-paced and highly competitive world, children are often under a lot of pressure to perform well academically, socially, and physically. The constant stress and pressure can often lead to anxiety,... Read more »
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Upper Darby High School students Rayan Hansali, from left, Tanveer Kaur, Elise Olmstead, Fatima Afrani, Joey Ngo and Ata Ollah, talk in the campus courtyard, on April 12, 2023, in Drexel Hill,... Read more »
When Ayla started the ninth grade this school year at Acton-Boxborough Regional High School, she felt a bit overwhelmed. She was in a new building, with new teachers, classes and peers. “It... Read more »
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Organizers estimate that about 100 parents attended the spring session of “Parent University” at Oak Park-River Forest High School, a community-welcome event that offered guidance on navigating mental health issues and topics... Read more »
April 30, 2023 2 min read Source/Disclosures Source: Tadikonda A, et al. Mental health supports in school: Pediatrician perspectives and policy prescriptions for improving equitable access and service reimbursement. Presented at: Pediatric... Read more »
Lewiston Public Schools and Jay-based Regional School Unit 73 have been awarded five-year grants from the Maine Department of Education to increase mental health services. Of the schools chosen for the program,... Read more »
Mental health is a crucial aspect of our overall wellbeing. It affects how we feel, think, and behave, and it can have a significant impact on our relationships, work, and daily life.... Read more »
Editor’s Note: The following is part of a class project originally initiated in the classroom of Ball State University professor Adam Kuban in fall 2021. Kuban continued the project the 2023 spring semester, challenging his... Read more »
In today’s fast-paced world, mental health has become a critical issue. Mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, and stress are on the rise, and they are affecting an increasing number of... Read more »
The Israeli charity Yadid Lahinuch, Hebrew for “Friend of Education,” was founded 16 years ago to meet two major needs in the young and growing country. One is that many elementary schools... Read more »