Shine Light on Depression

Many educators across our country can understand the weight of having to manage academic, emotional, physical, and social development within their classrooms. Implementing curriculums and changing a school‘s culture can be a daunting task, but  Shine Light on Depression can be used to fill in the gap. Tim Johnson, MSW is the Behavioral Health Services Coordinator for Des Moines Public Schools in Des Moines Iowa. In this role, he supports initiatives that create school environments that Read ▸ about Breaking Down Barriers to Spread Awareness Around Mental Health for School-aged Children and Adults.

By: Stacie Nessa, Shine Light on Depression Ambassador Shine Light on Depression creates multiple avenues for educators, students, and communities to gain awareness of mental health language and skill sets to combat tough moments. You may believe this can be a daunting task, but Iowa's Shine Light on Depression Ambassador, Stacie Nessa, highlights an Iowa middle school educator who shows otherwise.  Cassandra Cruz supports Tier 3 students and families at one of the largest middle Read ▸ about Little Effort, Big Impact

Written by Allison Sabb-Glenn, Shine Light on Depression Ambassador, South Carolina Girls with Goals is a small group that meets every Tuesday during Advocacy time at Pelion Middle School (PMS) in Pelion South Carolina. Advisory is a daily block of time (30 minutes) that allows students to participate in clubs or make up any missing work. The club's mission is simple yet profound—to empower young girls and break free from the shackles of mental health stereotypes. Students in Pelion, Read ▸ about Pelion Middle School Empowerment Club- Girls with Goals

Author: Sterling Ta'Bon, Healthy Schools Manager As I prepared for Cairn Guidance’s Shine Light on Depression Ambassador Retreat, I reflected on our theme, “Illuminating the Light”. The opportunity to gather Ambassadors from across the country to one single location for one single purpose brought its special light. We are privileged to have Ambassadors representing the states of Iowa, Missouri, North Carolina, Kansas, South Carolina, Texas, and Washington.The retreat was established to Read ▸ about R&R with Shine Light on Depression: Retreat and Recharge

By: Sterling Ta'Bon, Healthy Schools Manager at Cairn Guidance I have been given the opportunity to express what it has been like the  last 6 months with Cairn Guidance. My initial thought is, "How do I express moments of laughter, learning, and love of all things Whole Child based?". This might be my most daunting task yet. However, reflecting on the many opportunities Cairn Guidance has presented, I am grateful to share. When you interview for a role such as “Healthy Schools Read ▸ about A 6 month Reflection

Written by Allison Sabb-Glenn, Shine Light on Depression Ambassador, School Counselor, South Carolina This past school year, I met with my girl's group in South Carolina and we began the curriculum for Erika's Lighthouse on Mental Health. I met with 20 6th-grade girls to discuss the topic of Mental health and depression. We began by bringing in the school's Mental Health Counselor to discuss her role here at the school and the services she provides to the students. We then began with Read ▸ about Girls Empowerment Group