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Addressing Mental Health Challenges in K-12 Schools
Monday, September 30, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm EDT
Presented by Tyrrell Jeffries, Director, K-12 Initiatives, Active Minds; Sheina Koolik, Program Associate, K-12 Engagement, Active Minds; and Ashley Hill, Senior Manager, K-12 Partnerships, Active Minds
Sponsored by Active Minds
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Mental health support is critical for students’ overall well-being and academic success. Yet, many K-12 schools struggle to provide comprehensive resources due to budget constraints. This edWebinar introduces educators and school administrators to free and cost-effective mental health programs offered by Active Minds and other resources tailored specifically for K-12 schools and to learn more about becoming a Youth Champion to ensure the young people in your life feel confident coming to you in times of crisis, celebration, and every situation in between.
View this session to:
- Understand the importance of mental health education in K-12 settings
- Explore free and cost-effective mental health programs designed for schools
- Gain an understanding of the four main attributes that characterize a Youth Champion
- Explore the data-backed impact of Youth Champions on the mental health and positive life outcomes of youth
- Gain tools and knowledge necessary to foster a supportive and mentally healthy environment for students
- Transform your school’s approach to mental health and ensure that every student has the support they need to thrive
The presenters cover a range of topics, including an overview of mental health challenges faced by students, how Active Minds’ programs address these issues, and step-by-step guidance on how to ensure you, your staff, and your parent body are showing up as Youth Champions for your students.
This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers, librarians, school leaders, district leaders, and school RSP staff.
About the Presenters
Tyrrell Jeffries (he/his/him) is a father, dedicated servant leader, advocate, and educator. Born and raised in Aurora, IL and a native of Chicago, Tyrrell joins the Active Minds team with over a decade of experience as an educator and community organizer. During his undergraduate career at Augustana College, Tyrrell served as the Director of Student Leadership Development and gained a fond appreciation for developing young adults and youth.
Upon graduating, Tyrrell moved to the South Side of Chicago and began his teaching career at CICS Washington Park. During his tenure, Tyrrell served as a teacher, Instructional Lead, Dean of Students, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, and Elementary and Middle School Principal. Tyrrell completed graduate studies at Dominican University and is an alumnus of the Relay Graduate School of Education National Principal Academy. Tyrrell loves to travel with his son and create lifelong memories through random surprises and adventures.
Sheina Koolik (she/her) is currently the Program Associate, K-12 Engagement at Active Minds. A graduate of the University of Central Florida, Sheina’s passion for advocacy and mobilization of her community soared when she was the Chief Justice of the UCF Student Government. Since graduating, Sheina has been involved with organizations focused on uplifting and empowering communities through education and other programming. She is a proud youth development professional and finds excitement in content and curriculum development. She was born and raised in South Florida, but now calls Orlando home.
Ashley Hill is a human development professional with 15 years of building competencies in adults, youth, and organizational processes. Her expertise lies in orchestrating psychologically safe learning spaces by building cultural competencies and gender-responsive practice that lead to the examination of biases stemming from supremacy culture. She is a joyful trainer of youth and adults in social-emotional content, including sexual and behavioral health. She is a people- and relationship-first leader with a penchant for calling out systems, processes, and people that harm historically and purposely marginalized people.
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Active Minds (activeminds.org) is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization promoting mental health awareness and education for young adults. Through award-winning programs and services, Active Minds is empowering a new generation to speak openly, act courageously, and change the conversation about mental health for everyone. Active Minds is dedicated to saving lives and building stronger families and communities. Active Minds has a presence at more than 1,000 campuses, schools, communities, and workplaces nationwide, and is powered by a robust Chapter Network, and a growing K-12 network of schools, educators, and other education partners.
Active Minds empowers youth to change the conversation about mental health through our proven peer-to-peer approach. Youth are not only changing K-12 schools, school systems, and families but building leadership skills, connections, and confidence. Why this matters: When youth elevate the conversation about mental health, schools prioritize resources to ensure long-term care. We partner with students, educators, administrators, and families to empower youth to advocate for mental health programs and policies, engage in peer-to-peer curricula, and connect with college/university Active Minds chapters for mentorship.
