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Now Approved: Erika’s Lighthouse Staff Training Added to SPRC Best Practices Registry

For school administrators, counselors, and educators, managing the youth mental health crisis is one of the most serious challenges faced in classrooms today. Fifty percent...

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Mental Health Excellence in K-12: Honoring the 2025-2026 Peggy Kubert Model Schools

What is a Peggy Kubert Model School in Mental Health Excellence? At Erika's Lighthouse, we believe that every student deserves good mental health. Ensuring that students...

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A school social worker smiles while using her laptop to explore free Tier-1 mental health resources inside a bright, welcoming office.

A New Way to Work: Our Resource Portal is Getting an Upgrade

Change is in the air this summer! We are thrilled to announce that we are officially transitioning to a brand-new, updated Resource Portal. We know that system changes can...

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A group of diverse teenagers walking outside and smiling together, demonstrating healthy screen time balance and positive youth wellness habits.

How Screen Time Affects Teen Mental Health: A Guide for Balance

In an era where digital devices are completely integrated into academic and social lives, finding a healthy equilibrium is one of the most critical challenges facing families...

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How School Staff Can Spot and Support Burned-Out High Achievers

In today’s competitive academic landscape, high-achieving students often carry immense pressure to perform. Whether it’s earning perfect grades, securing scholarships, or...

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4 Free and Affordable Ways to Support Student Mental Health

In today’s fast-paced academic environment, mental health has become a primary concern for students of all ages. From middle schoolers facing social pressures to high...

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When Kids Say “I’m Fine”: How to Recognize Hidden Mental Health Struggles

Many parents have heard it before. You ask how your child is doing, and the response comes quickly and quietly: “I’m fine.” But something feels off. Maybe their mood has...

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How Nutrition Impacts Children’s Mental Health and Well-Being

What children eat doesn’t just affect their physical growth; it plays a crucial role in how their brains function, how they feel, and how they cope with stress. According to...

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K-12 educator reviewing student mental health data on the Erika’s Lighthouse Data Center dashboard on a laptop in a school setting

How Schools Can Use Mental Health Data to Improve Student Wellness

The Erika's Lighthouse Data Center is a free resource designed to empower school administrators and educators to make data-informed decisions regarding student well-being....

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A diverse group of high school students engaging in a positive group discussion in a bright school library, representing the collaborative implementation of K-12 mental health learning standards.

What are the New K-12 Mental Health Learning Standards and Why They Matter for Every Student

By Britnee Weatherspon, Ed.D. The youth mental health crisis is a serious challenge, but it is one we can address by working together. Research from the World Health...

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How to Help Children or Teens with Low Self-Esteem: Strategies That Work

Self-esteem plays a crucial role in a young person’s emotional, social, and academic development. When children or teens struggle with low self-esteem, they may experience...

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How to Recognize Depression in Teens: A Guide for Parents and Teachers

Adolescence is a time of immense growth, but for many, it is also when symptoms of depression first appear. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly 1 in...

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