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White Paper: Model School District Policy on Suicide Prevention: Implementing Effective Prevention Strategies

Classroom Programs, Empowerment Clubs, Family Engagement, For Educators, Publications, White Papers / 06/29/2020 07/15/2024

[xyz-ihs snippet=”HubSpot—Access-Free-Programs-Button”] Download the White Paper Abstract Model School District Policy on Suicide Prevention: Model Language, Commentary, and Resources is the recognized policy for effective district-level engagement for suicide prevention in schools around the country. Developed by thought leaders in education and suicide prevention, it is the policy Erika’s Lighthouse has supported and shared since …

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White Paper: Integrating Mental Health into the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) Model for School Health

Classroom Programs, Empowerment Clubs, Family Engagement, For Educators, Publications, White Papers / 01/22/2021 07/15/2024

[xyz-ihs snippet=”HubSpot—Access-Free-Programs-Button”] Download the PDF > Abstract The Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC, pronounced “wisk”) Model is an ideal framework for school communities to assess, plan and implement healthy school policies in a coordinated fashion. Erika’s Lighthouse supports this model in its attempt to create cultural change within schools to boost the physical …

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The Erika’s Lighthouse Perspective to the CDC’s Recent Youth Survey on School Connectedness and Mental Health

Classroom Programs, Empowerment Clubs, Family Engagement, For Educators, For Parents, For Supporters, For Teens, Publications / 05/10/2022 06/13/2024

An examination of the mental health impact of COVID-19 and how connectedness to school, family, friends and community groups impact mental health outcomes. Please note: Numbers represent the highlighted annotations on this CDC report. The Erika’s Lighthouse programs firmly center on the student, allowing teens to find their voices and speak up about mental health. By …

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CDC Report on Youth Mental Health: The Erika’s Lighthouse Perspective

Classroom Programs, Empowerment Clubs, Family Engagement, For Educators, For Parents, For Supporters, For Teens, Publications / 05/26/2022 06/13/2024

Access Programs In April, the CDC published a report on youth mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. The statistics are grim. But the survey also offers hope. Teens who feel connected at school report much lower rates of poor mental health. And schools can play an important role in supporting students’ mental health. Erika’s Lighthouse is here …

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Mental Health Education: The Power of Programs with Impact

Classroom Programs, For Educators, For Supporters, Publications / 10/25/2022 06/13/2024

Erika’s Lighthouse Core Value Series Part 1: Classroom Education Do you think students would benefit from depression and mental health education in your community? According to the Pew Research Center, the number of teens experiencing depression has increased by 59% between 2007 and 2017. There is a growing need for depression education and suicide awareness in our …

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Erika’s Lighthouse Program Report 2021-22

For Supporters, Publications / 11/04/2022 06/13/2024

How many students did Erika’s Lighthouse reach this past school year? Erika’s Lighthouse is reaching more students than ever with our evidence-informed programs and resources. Our programs impact students, educators, and families, so everyone has the knowledge and resources to support student mental health. Program Report Overview Erika’s Lighthouse program report stated we reached 403,000 students across …

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The Power of Programs with ImpactPart II: Teen Empowerment

For Supporters, Publications / 12/01/2022 06/13/2024

When you look at the teens at your school, do you see empowered students who know they can build the school culture they aspire to thrive in? When given the right resources and tools, teens can feel empowered to make changes in their community. Peer-led programming is a highly effective way for teens to build …

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The Power of Programs with ImpactPart III: Family Engagement

Family Engagement, For Parents, For Supporters, For Teens, Publications / 12/20/2022 06/13/2024

Do the family members of your district have the tools and knowledge they need to recognize signs of depression? Are they trusted adults who can address mental health? Do they know where to get help for their students or other teens in the community? Who We Are Erika’s Lighthouse is a non-profit organization founded in …

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How Culture Affects Mental Health

Classroom Programs, For Educators, For Parents, For Supporters, For Teens, Publications / By Patricia Voloschin-Weiner, LCPC / 01/05/2023 06/13/2024

Patricia Voloschin-Weiner, LCPC has been working as a therapist with children, adults, and couples for the past 30 years and has addressed a variety of issues such as domestic violence, child abuse, substance abuse, trauma, immigration/acculturation, grief and loss, mental illness, and developmental disabilities. She has served on numerous tasks forces and advisory boards regarding …

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