Welcome to Haven's Educator Resources

We’re thrilled you’ve found your way to Haven’s Teacher Resources. As an educator, you play a pivotal role in the lives of young people, not just in their academic growth, but in their emotional and mental well-being too. We understand that supporting students’ mental health can be both rewarding and challenging, and we’re here to provide you with the tools and information you need to make a positive impact.

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Our Educators

Our Teacher Resources are designed to empower you with knowledge, strategies, and practical tools to support your students’ mental health while also maintaining your own well-being. Whether you’re looking to create a more supportive classroom environment, recognize signs of mental health concerns, or enhance your skills in supporting students in distress, we’ve got you covered.

Remember, you don't need to be a mental health expert to make a difference. Your role as a supportive, understanding adult in a young person's life is invaluable. By educating yourself and implementing supportive practices in your classroom, you're contributing to the mental well-being of your students and creating a foundation for their future success.

We encourage you to explore these resources at your own pace. Feel free to start with the topics that are most relevant to your current needs and classroom situation.

What You'll Find Here:

Classroom Strategies

Practical tips for creating a mentally healthy classroom environment.

Recognition and Response

Guidance on identifying signs of mental health concerns and how to respond appropriately.

Age-Specific Resources

Information tailored to different age groups (elementary, middle, and high school).

Crisis Intervention

Steps to take when a student is in crisis, including when and how to involve other professionals.

Self-Care for Educators

Resources to support your own mental health and prevent burnout.

Professional Development

Webinars, articles, and interactive modules to enhance your understanding of youth mental health.

Collaboration Tools

Strategies for working effectively with parents, mental health professionals, and school administration.

Ready to Begin?

Choose a topic below to start enhancing your skills in supporting student mental health:

Ages 9-13

Trauma and the Classroom

Teachers working with students aged 9-13 should be aware that trauma may manifest in various ways, such as difficulty concentrating, emotional outbursts, or withdrawal. Our colleague, Michael Rovaris, LCSW, provides his tips for educators on setting up a trauma-informed classroom.

Emotions and Learning

For students aged 9-13, emotional development plays a crucial role in their learning process. Strong emotions can either enhance or hinder cognitive functions. Ali Weisbrot, LICSW, provides some helpful tips for teachers to address emotional development in this video, here are some more resources…

Ages 18-21

Supporting College Students

College students face unique challenges as they navigate increased independence, academic pressures, and identity formation. Kimberly Sims, Ph.D., LICSW, has advice for college professors on how to provide the kinds of support students need.

Emotions and Learning

For students aged 9-13, emotional development plays a crucial role in their learning process. Strong emotions can either enhance or hinder cognitive functions. Ali Weisbrot provides some helpful tips for teachers to address emotional development in this video, here are some more resources…

ECHO

Our ECHO series is designed for medical providers who serve military families. These specialized trainings provide guidance relevant to all families, while also addressing the special considerations of this population.

Through interactive video conferencing, medical providers can connect with experts and peers to discuss best practices for supporting patients during transitions and deployments. For more information about joining our medical provider ECHO series join our mailing list.

Transitions & Deployments: Enhancing Resiliency & Maintaining Connections