Mountainair Public Schools Partners with ParentGuidance.org to Promote Student Mental Well-Being
Mountainair Public Schools in central New Mexico is committed to the mental well-being of its students. In order to provide the best possible support for students, the district has partnered with ParentGuidance.org, a leading provider of online mental health resources for families. Superintendent Dawn Apodaca says that the partnership with ParentGuidance.org was a natural fit […]
Helping Schools and Districts Address Mental Health Crisis among their Students
In October, about 70 school and district leaders from around the country gathered in Utah for a mental health summit. More than once during the three-day conference, administrators had to break away to deal with mental health emergencies in their districts. It dramatized what has become increasingly apparent over the past few years: Students are […]
Why Schools can be a wealth of resources for parents to meet students’ mental health needs
Engaging with our children in mental health conversations more deeply, both at home and in school. If we want to help children during this ongoing student mental health crisis, families need resources that are private, on-demand, accessible at home — and which make it easier for them to cut through fear and shame. Resources are […]
Apply Internal Sunscreen to Stay Mentally Healthy
Here Comes Summer As we approach the summer months, it’s important to remember that just as we take measures to protect our skin from the sun’s harmful rays, we should also prioritize protecting our mental health. Parents play a crucial role in not only maintaining your own mental well-being, but also helping your child do the […]
Ganel-Lyn Condie has received the Influencer for Good Award
Ganel-Lyn Condie has received the Influencer for Good Award for her ongoing work that positively impacts communities and families. Ganel-Lyn is a motivational speaker and author of more than a dozen books. Her messages center on faith, family, and principles that will empower others to live life with more joy. “We recognize Ganel-Lyn […]
Calm Room Grant Awards
Calm Room Grant Awards Cook Center Awards Grants to Calm Rooms in 16 States and 24 Districts We have awarded grants to the following schools. We are excited to support them as they implement resources and solutions to support the mental health of their students. School Name District State Ben Franklin Elementary School Kenmore-Town of […]
Cook Center Leads the National Conversation About Mental Health Among School Administrators
The Cook Center for Human Connection hosted school leaders from across the country to a mental health summit in Pleasant Grove, Utah. The summit was co-sponsored by AASA, the School Superintendents Association, the Jed Foundation, and the Huntsman Mental Health Institute. Around 70 school administrators from more than 30 states attended the three-day conference. They […]
Cook Center to Give $100K for Calm Rooms in Schools
Supporting youth mental health is one of the leading topics in today’s schools. The Cook Center for Human Connection will award grants totalling $100,000 to 20 schools across the country this year. “We want to do anything we can to support schools’ efforts in meeting the mental health needs of their students.” said Anne Brown, […]
Influencer for Good
The Cook Center for Human Connection has given its first Influencer for Good Award to Ashley Rose Reeves for her ongoing work that positively impacts communities and families. Ashley is best known on social media for her brand of positive body image and productive parenting. She is a mom of four who empowers others to […]
Animated Series My Life Is Worth Living Launches New Episodes Addressing Bullying and Teen Mental Health
In honor of National Bullying Prevention Month this month, The Cook Center for Human Connection and Wonder Media have released new, timely episodes of My Life is Worth Living™, the first animated series dedicated to teen mental health. The new story arc centers on Kyle, a character dealing with bullying online and in-person […]