Presentations to 5th Graders at MLK Charter in Springfield
We had our first ever presentation to 5th graders at Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School of Excellence today! They students were so knowledgeable about trusted adults and signs of a mental health challenge. We really appreciate Lori and all the staff who make MLK Jr. Charter a safe space to talk about mental health! We also had our second presentation for the George Keverian School’s students yesterday! They asked some thoughtful questions about our Peer Mentors’ stories and suggested some great coping skills like drawing, listening to music, and exercise!
Presentations to George Keverian School in Everett
Today we returned to George Keverian School in Everett and presented comeback stories to 111 8th graders. The students opened up about mental health in their lives and asked questions on how to support those with mental health challenges.
Mental Health 101 & Coaching Day
Today our team presented Mental Health 101 to school nurses in Malden, and we also ended this busy week with a fun coaching day for our Peer Mentors. We worked on our middle school comeback stories and wrote thank you notes to the schools we presented to this year. It was a great way to reflect on how much of an impact we have made this year, and look forward to finishing strong with the rest of our presentations before summer break. We also wanted to give a big thank you to The Cummings Foundation for all their support!
Presentations to Swampscott High School
Over the past two days, our team has presented to 5 classes of students at Swampscott High School. We talked about what impacts mental health as well as coping skills our team and the students had used to feel better after a tough mental health day. We deeply appreciate Miss Woodfin’s efforts in supporting her students and inviting us to present for her students all four terms. We look forward to returning next year!
Presentations to Saltonstall Middle School
Today, our team presented to two classes of 6th graders and two classes of 8th graders at Saltonstall School in Salem. It was refreshing to see them in-person after holding presentations virtually last year. We were so pleased with their participation and engagement throughout. One student was so eager that they asked when we were coming back!
Presentations to 200 Beverly 7th Graders
Over the course of two days this week, our Peer Mentors presented to nearly 200 7th graders at Beverly Middle School. The students had a lot to contribute and we were happy to answer their questions!
Presentation to Youth at Risk Conference
Today we presented at the Youth at Risk Conference held at Endicott College. Two of our Peer Mentors shared their stories as part of our presentation and we received some helpful feedback! We also got the opportunity to table at the YAR Conference and connect with new organizations. Our team was pleased to learn lots of new information from the amazing keynote speakers and breakout session presenters.
Presentations to Woburn Memorial High School
Our Peer Mentors returned to Woburn Memorial High School today and presented to 58 students. It’s always great to be back at Woburn and to present in such a welcoming classroom. We look forward to being back next year!
First In-Person Presentations to Lawrence High School
Today we wrapped up our last of three days of presentations to 222 Lawrence High School 9th graders. This was our first time doing presentations in-person to Lawrence High School students and we’re excited to continue this connection. Our Clinical Director, Donna, also led a QPR training for cultural specialists at Lawrence, to offer staff more resources to help students that may be struggling with their mental health.
CHNA15 Showcase & North Reading High School Presentations
Today, we wrapped up our second day of presentations to sophomores at North Reading High School this week. We attended CHNA15’s showcase, where we tabled and and talked to other organizations who were awarded grants by CHNA15. Our grant was for student programming and professional development for staff in Woburn. We appreciate being able to take part in this event, and are thankful for CHNA 15’s support!
