Category: School Mental Health

School Mental Health: Resources, Tips, and Learnings

This section is dedicated to equipping educators, students, and families with valuable resources, practical tips, and insights from School Mental Health Ontario. By sharing evidence-based strategies and learnings, we aim to create a supportive environment that fosters mental well-being in classrooms across the province.

Every day, classrooms in Ontario present opportunities to inspire purpose, hope, meaning, and belonging among students. By prioritizing mental health and embedding supportive practices into the daily school experience, we can enhance students’ resilience and set them on a path to success while also minimizing the risk of future mental health challenges.

Research has shown that school-based mental health interventions, delivered universally or targeted by school staff, can significantly reduce students’ experiences of mental health issues. By providing accessible resources and actionable tips, we empower educators and communities to integrate mental health programming into their daily practices, maximizing the benefits for all