In the world of youth mental health, awareness is only the first step. The real work lies in action, education, and community-building. For professionals who are passionate about supporting mental health education, there is a unique opportunity to lead this charge: becoming an Erika’s Lighthouse Professional Community Ambassador.
Learn about our Strategic Alignments. These are purposeful partnerships with organizations that share our commitment to youth wellness. Whether it’s educational associations, healthcare providers, or community-based nonprofits, these programs and resources offer school professionals support, aligned with MTSS, from Tier-1 through Tier-3 interventions.
The Cost of Spring Break: Alcohol, Risky Behavior, and Traffic Safety Concerns for Students By: Blossom Thao (Maine State Coordinator for SADD) Spring break is all about fun, freedom, and adventures for students, but it’s also a time when risky behavior spikes, especially when alcohol and driving mix. While it’s easy to get caught up in …
FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRETOR Dear Friends, At Erika’s Lighthouse, we believe every student should have the knowledge and tools they need to care for their mental health. This isn’t just a statement, we put it into action. We’re proud to provide our high-quality, comprehensive depression education and suicide prevention curriculum to schools across the country, …
At Erika’s Lighthouse, we understand that discussing depression can be a challenging topic. As an educator or social worker, you are considered a trusted adult to the students who come to you. And while we realize this isn’t always part of your typical lesson plan, we know teaching good mental health is also a valuable …
[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 …
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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Access Programs We have heard so much about everyone’s declining mental health – particularly our young people. In our effort to bring attention to this challenge, are we unintentionally doing more harm? In a recent opinion piece in Newsweek, Nat Kendall-Taylor and Andrew J. Fuligni, CEO of the Frameworks Institute and Professor in the Department …
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 …
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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