A graphic titled Positive Teaching Strategies for Students, explaining that researchers suggest a 3-to-5 ratio of positive to negative comments, providing examples of encouraging phrases for teachers to use.

Three to five positive statements should be given for every negative comment. Expect the best of students.

#studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #schoolmentalhealth #teachers #educators #education #accommodations #inclusion #ymhc

A line drawing of a person with a tangled scribble for a head, surrounded by text listing physical symptoms of mental health struggles such as headaches, fatigue, tremors, heart palpitations, and stomach aches.

Mental health is physical too.

#studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #mentalhealthawareness #schoolmentalhealth #mentalwellness #youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #ymhc #anxiety #stress #emotionalhealth

Illustrated post showing a stressed student sitting at a desk with a laptop, surrounded by papers, books, and study materials. The headline reads “Easter break ≠ a break for everyone.” Text on the left lists “Exams,” “Dissertations,” and “Deadlines.” Visual elements include a clock, notes, and a dissertation deadline sign. At the bottom, the text reads “You’re not behind. You’re managing a lot.” with a UMO logo in the bottom right.

Easter isn’t a break for many students.

• 1 in 4 have a diagnosed mental health condition
• 57% say it worsens during busy periods

You’re not behind. You’re managing a lot.

#StudentWellbeing #MentalHealth

A quote by Dr. Ross Greene on a piece of torn paper that says, If you're intervening after the behavior, you're late.

If you're intervening after the behavior, you're late. By Dr. Ross Greene

#studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #mentalhealthawareness #schoolmentalhealth #youthmentalhealth #teachers #educators #accommodations #inclusion #ymhc

A close-up photo of hands crocheting with blue yarn for the YMHC Heart to Heart Campaign, an initiative to make hearts for students who feel isolated.

Give time, give compassion. ymhc.me/hearts

#HearttoHeart #HearttoHeartCampaign #SewingHope #HandmadeHearts #HeartsForHope #YouMatter #MentalHealthSupport #CommunityCare #CompassionInAction #StudentWellBeing #ymhc

A rainbow-themed graphic titled Every Autistic person is unique. It compares different ways autism manifests, such as no eye contact versus internal struggle with eye contact, and disliking new foods versus loving to try new foods.

Every autistic person is unique.
By @Colourblind_Zebra

#studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #mentalhealthawareness #schoolmentalhealth #mentalwellness #youthmentalhealth #neurodiversity #neurodivergent #inclusion #ymhc

A quote on a torn paper background by Dr. Ross Greene that reads: Don't be late (in supporting students). Solve the problems proactively, not reactively.

Solve the problems proactively, not reactively.
By Dr. Ross Greene

#studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #mentalhealthawareness #schoolmentalhealth #youthmentalhealth #teachers #educators #proactive #accommodations #ymhc

A handwritten-style text post about autism stating that it has no nationality or gender, is not a disease, and requires different levels of love and support, concluding that it won't stop people from shining.

Autism is a condition, and like all conditions, there can be good and bad days.

#studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #mentalhealthawareness #schoolmentalhealth #mentalwellness #youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #inclusion #neurodiversity #ymhc

A promotional graphic for the YWAP Course for Educators titled Building Resilient Learning Communities Through Mental Wellness. It lists goals such as fostering belonging, implementing universal wellness planning, and engaging families in student support.

Building resilient learning communities through mental wellness. ymhc.ngo/ywap

#ywap #onlinecourse #professionaldevelopment #teachers #educators #wellness #studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #proactive #mentalhealthawareness #ymhc

Text graphic that reads Autism Acceptance and Inclusion, Not Just Awareness in bold blue and orange lettering.

Autism acceptance and inclusion, not just awareness.

#studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #mentalhealthawareness #schoolmentalhealth #mentalwellness #youthmentalhealth #inclusion #accessibility #disabilityawareness #ymhc

A colorful infographic titled Autism is a spectrum, comparing different autistic traits. It lists contrasts like doesn't make eye contact versus makes forced intense eye contact, low empathy versus hyper-empathy, and being nonverbal versus being hyperverbal at a young age.

Autism is a spectrum.

#studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #mentalhealthawareness #schoolmentalhealth #mentalwellness #youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #neurodiversity #neurodivergent #inclusion #ymhc

South Orangetown board approves two-field turf plan after coaches and parents cite scheduling inequities The board approved a two-field multipurpose turf plan (Option 2) to address limited outdoor-field capacity, citing student well‑being and scheduling equity; funding will use capital reserves and be tied to interior work to secure state aid. Opponents urged phased work to protect the baseball field.

The South Orangetown School Board just approved a groundbreaking plan for two new turf fields, aiming to tackle scheduling chaos and prioritize student well-being!

Get the details!

#NY #StudentWellBeing #CitizenPortal #NewYorkSchools #FacilityImprovements #AthleticEquity

An educational infographic titled "How to build positive mental health in students when teaching" featuring 10 tips: create a mental health friendly environment, teach about hard work and learning from failure, incorporate mindfulness sessions, support students with challenging negative thoughts, educate yourself about symptoms, provide education about sleep and diet, be a mental health role model, help students build relationships, teach coping skills, and listen to your students. The background shows a colorful classroom with desks, a chalkboard, and a bookshelf.

How to build positive mental health in students when teaching.

#studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #schoolmentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalwellness #youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #students #teachers #ymhc #education #wellbeing

A social media post quote from Danny Steele stating that when adults enjoy working in a school, it reflects a strong culture that is good for students and their learning.

Strong staff morale reflects a strong culture... and that's an environment that is good for kids. By Danny Steele

#studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #mentalhealthawareness #schoolmentalhealth #mentalwellness #youthmentalhealth #teachers #schoolcommunity #ymhc

An infographic titled "An Individualized Educational Approach" comparing physical health needs, like a broken arm, to learning needs, such as the use of assistive technology or movement breaks.

An individualized educational approach.

#accommodations #support #inclusion #accessibility #students #education #teachers #schoolclimate #studentwellbeing #studentmentalhealth #childmentalhealth #ymhc

An educational graphic featuring a stack of books and a chalkboard, promoting the YWAP course for educators to support student mental wellness.

Empowering educators with proactive mental wellness tools. ymhc.ngo/ywap

#ywap #onlinecourse #professionaldevelopment #teachers #educators #wellness #studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #proactive #mentalhealthawareness #ymhc

Board directs stricter device rules after debate; staff to update conduct code for April After extended debate and public comment, the board gave staff direction to revise the district's device policy (AB 3216 compliance) to extend strict off-and-away rules for younger grades, remove an instructional-use exception and adjust enforcement for older students; the board voted unanimously to proceed with the recommended language.

Modesto City Schools are set to implement stricter rules on electronic devices after a unanimous board vote, aiming for consistency and addressing student concerns about enforcement.

Read the full story

#CA #StudentWellbeing #CitizenPortal #DigitalResponsibility

Back in Florida for the 6th Annual BRAVE Summit! Led a creative coping workshop with hundreds of students, making gratitude journals, collages & fidgets. Huge thanks to Easton & Jennifer for their amazing support!

#mentalhealthmatters #studentwellbeing #creativecopingskills #livproject

An infographic titled Students Need, Families Need, and Schools Need, listing requirements for mental health support such as needs-based accommodations, protection from punitive action, and safe, stigma-free environments.

Students, families, and schools need compassionate, informed responses and mental health-informed support.

#studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #mentalhealthawareness #schoolmentalhealth #mentalwellness #youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #students #teachers #schoolanxiety

A promotional graphic for the YWAP course showing a group of young people sitting together in a modern community space, with text describing a course that equips members to support youth mental health.

Creating safe spaces for youth mental wellness in your community.

ymhc.ngo/ywap

#YWAP #MentalHealthEducation #OnlineCourse #ProfessionalDevelopment #CommunityCare #StudentWellbeing #Proactive #YMHC

A quote by L.R. Knost inside a teal frame about the importance of raising compassionate children to make the world better.

It’s not our job to toughen our children up to face a cruel and heartless world. It’s our job to raise children who will make the world a little less cruel and heartless.

By L.R. Knost

#kindness #kindnessmatters #compassion #empathy #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #bekind #studentwellbeing

A social media post featuring a quote by Danny Steele about how strong staff morale and a positive school culture benefit student learning and well-being.

By Danny Steele (SteeleThoughts)

#schoolclimate #teachers #educators #studentwellbeing #schoolcommunity #mentalhealth #studentmentalhealth #ymhc

More Than Half of U.S. College Students Are Lonely, Major Study Reveals Heavy social media use is tied to rising loneliness among college students, with real-world connections offering protection.

More Than Half of U.S. College Students Are Lonely, Major Study Reveals #Science #HealthandMedicine #MentalHealth #Loneliness #CollegeMentalHealth #StudentWellbeing

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Tina Graham & Tom Chisholm from Kingsbridge Community College took the school phone debate to the House of Lords 📱🏛️ Headteachers discussed how bans reduce stress & support children #StudentWellbeing #EdChat

An educational infographic titled "How Can Teachers Support Students with Anxiety" featuring a central illustration of a sad-looking girl surrounded by various support strategies such as teaching relaxation skills, encouraging autonomy, and creating a mental health-friendly classroom.

How can teachers support students with anxiety?

#anxiety #anxietyawareness #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #studentmentalhealth #schoolmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #teachers #educators #mentalwellness #ymhc

A course announcement titled Building Mentally Healthy Communities Through Youth Wellness Support. It describes the YWAP course for community members, which teaches the ASAP framework to recognize signs of struggle and provide support. The background shows a blurred image of people's hands together in a circle.

Building mentally healthy communities through youth wellness support. ymhc.ngo/ywap

#ywap #onlinecourse #professionaldevelopment #studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #mentalhealthawareness #actionplan #proactive #ymhc

A graphic with the title Teaching a Student with School Anxiety. The text reads: Your support could make a difference. Try to understand your student's experience of school. Try to understand the challenges your student faces and explore ways to support them. The background features a serene landscape with tall grass and a body of water.

Teaching a student with school anxiety. Your support could make a difference.

#schoolanxiety #schoolattendancechallenges #schoolavoidance #schoolabsenteeism #studentmentalhealth #schoolmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #youthmentalhealth #ymhc

A close-up image of a pink crocheted heart with a crochet hook, next to text about the YMHC Heart to Heart Campaign.

The Heart-to-Heart Campaign unites communities in supporting students’ mental health. Every handmade heart strengthens this national movement. ymhc.me/hearts

#HearttoHeart #HearttoHeartCampaign #HandmadeHearts #CommunityCare #MentalHealthSupport #StudentWellBeing #CompassionInAction #ymhc

A graphic for the 2026 National Virtual Conference on May 29-30, 2026, featuring an illustration of a large ocean wave. The text discusses student rights to educational support and meaningful connections.

Students have the right to support that enables them to access and manage education and the need for caring relationships. Stay tuned: www.ymhc.ngo/2026

#studentmentalhealth #education #accessibility #inclusion #humanrights #mentalhealthawareness #studentwellbeing #youthmentalhealth #ymhc

An image of a smiling male teacher greeting a line of young students at the classroom door. Above the photo is a list of benefits for greeting students, such as setting a positive tone and promoting a sense of belonging.

Greeting students at the door is a valuable practice.

#studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #schoolmentalhealth #teachers #educators #education #schoolcommunity #inclusion #mentalwellness #ymhc