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Strengthening Connections: A Day of Wellness for Junior High Students in Rural Alberta 

Rolling Hills School hosted a transformative mental health and wellness event for junior high students, thanks to the generous support of a grant from 500 Miles for Mental Health. This...
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Ottawa Catholic School Board Builds STEM Club to Support Mental Wellness 

The Ottawa Catholic School Board is blending innovation with care. By introducing STEM toys and launching a STEM Bots Club, the school is creating hands-on learning experiences that foster curiosity...
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Surrey School Amplifies Mental Health Through Music 

Surrey School is tuning into the healing power of music. With new equipment and a broadened music program, students will explore genres from classical to contemporary, all through the lens...
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Maine Memorial Elementary Builds Safe Walking Zone for Healthier Habits

This year, Maine Memorial Elementary is paving the way to better mental health—literally. The school is establishing a safe walking zone and promoting non-competitive games to encourage daily movement and...
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Brooks Junior High Launches Soccer Club to Support Newcomer Mental Health

Brooks Junior High School is kicking off a new soccer club with a mission: to support the mental health of children from immigrant families and beyond. With grant funding for...
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Rolling Hills School Sparks Outdoor Wellness Movement

Rolling Hills School is turning play into purpose. With a new initiative centered around outdoor games and activities, the school aims to boost student mental health by encouraging movement, connection,...
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Maine Memorial Elementary Champions Digital Safety with Wellness Campaign

Maine Memorial Elementary hosted the Keeping Kids Safe, Healthy and Well campaign, giving students the tools to navigate the digital world safely. Through engaging workshops and activities, students learned about...
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Holy Spirit School Launches Book Collectors Club to Support Mental Health Literacy 

Holy Spirit School is helping young readers explore big feelings through books. The newly launched Book Collectors Club distributed curated titles to students in grades 3–5, sparking age-appropriate conversations about...
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Rolling Hills School Uses Film to Explore Trauma and Mental Health 

Rolling Hills School is using the power of storytelling to spark conversations about trauma and healing. Their student-produced film, Running Scared, follows a young woman navigating PTSD and highlights the...
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