What We Do
Facilitate programs in the classroom and school:
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Planned in collaboration with the teacher and the principal
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Focuses on mental health
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Classroom based (not individual)
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Designed to build a teacher's capacity, therefore the teacher must be present during the program
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Once a program has been completed, BEST will not facilitate it for a second time with the same teacher
Parent Information Sessions:
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These are done periodically throughout the school year depending upon the Wellness Coach's time availability in their community.
Community:
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Provide information and guidance about mental health programs with local youth agencies and groups
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Agency (who work with youth) staff training on mental health ie: self-regulation
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Mental Health Information sharing table at local events
Educators:
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Mental Wellness presentations for staff
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Presentations on a variety of mental health topics