Project for Education Research that Scales (PERTS) is an applied research center at Stanford University that helps educators apply evidence-based strategies to foster educational excellence and equity on a large scale. Read more ›
Sarah Greichen came up with the idea for Score A Friend at age 13 when she wanted her twin brother, who has an autism spectrum disorder, to have the same opportunities she enjoyed as a teenager in school. She began a mission to ensure her brother – and students of all abilities – could build friendships and experience authentic inclusion at school and in communities. Read more ›
What does “mental health” mean? What is mental health? What is a mental illness? What kinds of people get mental illnesses?
Walk in Our Shoes is an innovative educational program for kids (ages 9–13), teachers, and parents that answers these questions and more about mental wellness and provides guidance on how to have open, honest conversations about mental health challenges. Read more ›
Every day, millions of people face stigma related to mental health because they or their loved ones are facing a challenge. Many of these people feel isolated and alone, going years before receiving any help.
The goal of California’s mental health movement, Each Mind Matters, is to amplify the voices of all people who want to put an end to this stigma, creating a community where everyone feels comfortable reaching out for the support they deserve. Read more ›
The following resources offer a brief overview of common LGBT terms and identities. Read more ›
Along with the release of 13 Reasons Why season 2, Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE) has coordinated with two dozen mental health organizations to develop a website, 13reasonswhytoolkit.org, that contains information, resources and toolkits for youth/peers, parents, educators and clinicians/professionals for families to address the specific topics raised in the episodes. Read more ›
“Mindfulness is a form of attention or awareness training that can be applied in any activity throughout the day- seeing, hearing, walking, eating, playing and homework. Its purpose is to increase self awareness, emotional balance, impulse control and overall focus.” (Mindful Schools 2013). In this session, middle school learning specialist Cori Maiden, M.S.Ed, and music teacher Cynthia Pistone, both from Charles Armstrong School, show how to practice these skills with students through mindful activities and games. Read more ›
This workshop provides tips and tricks to support executive function skill development for yourself, your child or your students. Also see the downloadable handouts for strategies, resources and technical supports. Read more ›
Cynthia Curry, MSEd, Director of the National Center on Accessible Educational Materials for Learning (AEM Center) at CAST explores the origins of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and its core concepts. Read more ›
Diverse and engaging educational materials and technologies are being selected by states, districts, and teachers for student learning. But are they accessible to all learners? Read more ›
