Solving the Tier 2 Puzzle:
Supporting Student Mental Health Before a Crisis

The youth mental health crisis is challenging schools to provide better support for students at all levels. While current strategies often focus on universal Tier 1 supports or addressing urgent Tier 3 crises, Tier 2 interventions—a vital bridge between prevention and crisis management—remain overlooked in many systems. Implementing effective Tier 2 supports can help schools address students’ needs early, fostering resilience and success while avoiding costly and complex escalations.

In this webinar, leading school-based mental health experts, from organizations including non-profits and higher ed institutions, will provide insights on the critical role Tier 2 interventions play in supporting student mental health and practical strategies to bridge this gap effectively.

• Why Tier 2 Matters: Discover why 96% of school counselors agree the mental health crisis cannot be solved at Tier 3 alone and why Tier 2 remains a critical gap in school systems
• Research of the Barriers: Uncover insights from recent research highlighting the main barriers—time, tools, and resources—preventing schools from implementing effective Tier 2 interventions
• Actionable Steps: Learn practical, easy-to-implement strategies and receive access to a comprehensive toolkit designed to help schools establish streamlined Tier 2 supports that drive measurable outcomes and lighten the workload for school staff.

Explore how schools can tackle systemic challenges and improve outcomes for students and educators.

Attendees will be able to safely download a toolkit with actionable, easy-to-implement steps to get started establishing a streamlined Tier 2 support system in their schools.