Helping the Helpers: How Schools Can Support Counselors While Strengthening Student Mental Health

The mental health crisis among students continues to escalate, leaving school counselors and educators searching for effective solutions. While Tier 1 support offers universal interventions and Tier 3 provides intensive clinical care, Tier 2 interventions – those designed to help at-risk students before their challenges escalate into crises – are often missing from schools’ mental health systems of supports.

2025-04-10T17:19:12-04:00April 15th, 2025|
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How to support student mental health before a crisis

The mental health crisis among students continues to escalate, leaving school counselors and educators searching for effective solutions. While Tier 1 support offers universal interventions and Tier 3 provides intensive clinical care, Tier 2 interventions – those designed to help at-risk students before their challenges escalate into crises – are often missing from schools’ mental health systems of supports.

2025-03-12T18:31:51-04:00March 12th, 2025|
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School counselors ID “critical shortfalls” in student mental health crisis

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, [...]

2025-03-03T14:31:41-05:00March 3rd, 2025|
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Catapult Learning Survey of K-12 School Counselors Reveals Critical Shortfalls in Addressing Youth Mental Health Crisis

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 [...]

2025-02-10T14:39:43-05:00February 10th, 2025|
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EmpowerU Named a Finalist for District Administration’s Top EdTech Products of the Year 2025 Award

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 [...]

2025-02-07T15:55:09-05:00February 7th, 2025|
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Solving the Tier 2 Puzzle: Supporting Student Mental Health Before a Crisis

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 [...]

2025-02-24T15:58:32-05:00February 4th, 2025|
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Transform Schools and Drive Student Success through Comprehensive Professional Development

In today’s educational landscape, the need for comprehensive approaches that address both academic needs and non-academic barriers to student success has never been more critical. Catapult Learning, a leader in educational services, has been at the forefront of transforming schools for almost 50 years through its innovative professional development solutions.

2025-03-31T09:11:26-04:00January 6th, 2025|
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Why Schools Must Prioritize Student Motivation and Mental Health Post-COVID-19

Student mental health challenges have been rising for the past decade, creating barriers to academic success. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Institute of Mental Health estimated that one in three students struggled with anxiety, depression, trauma, or attention issues that negatively impacted their ability to focus, stay motivated and engaged, and learn.

2025-03-12T18:34:28-04:00January 6th, 2025|
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Boosting Student Support: How the Right MTSS Tools Make All the Difference

It’s a striking reality. Student mental health challenges continue to rise, yet schools are often severely understaffed to support them. According to the American School Counselor Association, the recommended counselor-to-student ratio is 1:250, and the National Association of School Psychologists suggests 1:500 for psychologists.

2025-03-12T18:35:20-04:00November 6th, 2024|
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