As student mental health challenges continue to grow, it’s imperative schools are equipped with the tools and strategies to address their needs Key Points: Nearly all counselors said students’ mental health issues significantly impact their own well-being Student mental health needs grow as challenges persist A free mental health navigator targets student well-being For more news on student mental health, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub The majority (94 percent) of school counselors believe schools cannot address the escalating youth mental health crisis at Tier 3 support levels alone and must adopt proactive, early interventions, according to a new survey from Catapult Learning, [...]

Survey of 500 counselors found 94% believe proactive strategies are essential for addressing mental health before students reach clinical (Tier 3) levels 90% said students’ mental health issues significantly impact their own well-being Findings highlight the importance of Tier 2 interventions to bridge prevention and crisis management solutions PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Catapult Learning, a leading provider of evidence-based academic, behavioral, and mental health interventions for K-12 schools, today unveiled the results of a survey of 500 U.S. K-12 school counselors, which exposed critical challenges in addressing the escalating youth mental health crisis in schools. Conducted by Wakefield [...]

We’re excited to announce that EmpowerU, Catapult Learning’s mental health and resilience solution, has been named a finalist in District Administration’s Top EdTech Products of the Year competition, in the Student Support Technology category. This honor highlights EmpowerU’s success in revolutionizing school-based mental health services by providing faster, more effective support for students.  EmpowerU integrates online learning, personalized goal setting, and 1:1 asynchronous coaching, equipping students with critical resilience and persistence skills to overcome challenges such as anxiety and depression, fostering academic and personal growth.  “We are thrilled to be named a finalist for this award, underscoring the importance [...]

An Interview With Maria Angelova Our children are facing challenges that didn’t exist just a short while ago. They are growing up with social media, constantly being connected, and the hurried pace of life today, as well as the pandemic, and the often frightening news. In short, our children are facing unprecedented mental health challenges. Anxiety, depression, and even suicide are on the rise. As parents and educators, what can we do to raise children who are mentally healthy? In this interview series, we are talking to authors, parenting experts and mental health professionals who can share their expertise and [...]

To improve student well-being and get them excited about coming to school, we must address two critical areas: mental health and screen time. School attendance matters. Students who show up regularly are more likely to excel academically, graduate on time, and develop essential social and emotional skills. Yet, chronic absenteeism remains a nationwide issue. From what I’ve seen as a therapist and school counselor, students who avoid school aren’t doing so because they don’t want to learn; they’re young people often struggling with anxiety and a lack of belonging, which triggers a negative response to school, decreased motivation, and sometimes [...]