Practical School Mental Health Tips and Tools
Designed with K-12 educators and school staff in mind, our blog distills the most current mental health research into simple, ready-to-use strategies. From expert advice to practical tools, we help you navigate the complex world of student mental health with confidence and clarity.
The Power of Micro-Moments: Transforming Lives Through Small Acts of Connection
Saturday, February 1, 2025
Micro-moments are brief but powerful interactions that shape our relationships and sense of belonging. In education, these are the small exchanges between teachers and students that can make a world of difference.
Systematic Goal-Setting, Not Empty Resolutions!
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
Transform your resolutions into lasting habits. Learn why some New Year's resolutions succeed while others fail through one educator's personal story, and discover 4 research-backed steps for effective goal-setting that work for both adults and students.
Deconstructing the Student Mental Health Crisis
Friday, November 1, 2024
We deconstruct the 'mental health crisis' narrative, providing educators with a more nuanced framework. Explore four interconnected emotional states that can transform how you perceive and support student mental well-being.
From Perfectionism to Excellence: How to Encourage Students to Embrace Growth and Learning
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Learn how to identify and address maladaptive perfectionism in students. Discover strategies to foster excellence, encourage growth mindset, and support healthy academic achievement in the classroom.
Classroom Strategies to Improve the Mental and Academic Well-Being of Latinx Students
Sunday, September 8, 2024
Latinx students drop out of school at higher rates compared to their white and black peers. Learn tips to best support your Latinx students’ academic and mental well-being.
Therapeutic Classrooms: What are They and How They Support Students With Challenging Behaviors
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Mental health concerns are on the rise for Iowa youth, leading educators to become more interested in students’ social-emotional-behavioral health (SEBH). Therapeutic classrooms are a possible solution to these concerns.
How Therapeutic Classrooms are Changing the Lives of Students, Parents, and Teachers in Iowa
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Iowa educators have become more invested in the social-emotional-behavioral health (SEBH) needs of students, noting how those struggles might be impacting entire classrooms. One recent response to address this are therapeutic classrooms.
Decoding Mental Health Struggles of Adolescent Students: A Guide for Educators
Monday, August 5, 2024
This blog offers insights into decoding the often subtle indicators of adolescent mental health struggles, key behaviors that may signal underlying issues, and practical strategies to support your students' emotional well-being.
The Well-Rested Educator: 7 Tips for Sounder Slumber
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
As educators, we likely promote healthy sleep habits for our students - but do we give that same attention to our own sleep habits? Learn 7 tips to improve your sleep quality and boost focus, energy, and well-being.
Safety, Acceptance, Community: Building a Bully-Free School Culture
Monday, April 1, 2024
Bullying is a serious problem, having damaging effects on students' mental health, self-esteem, and overall well-being. Implement these 7 best practices to cultivate a safe, inclusive, bully-free culture for your students.
Partnering for Progress: 4 Strategies to Support Challenging Behavior with Family-School Collaboration
Friday, March 1, 2024
Strong family-school relationships allows for targeted supports in school and at home, which can improve educator, family, and student well-being. In this blog, find 4 strategies to help support challenging behaviors by leveraging these strong relationships.
Walk the Walk: Tips for Teachers to Integrate More Physical Activity Into Their Day
Saturday, February 3, 2024
Research shows active educators and students perform better. Learn about incorporating movement into your educator day to use the the mind-body connection to your classroom's advantage.