Episode 150: Mental Health in Schools: Real Strategies for Equity, SEL, and Student Support

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, but for educators and students, the stress is year-round. In this episode, Dr. Almitra Berry dives deep into the realities of mental health in schools-why it matters, how it intersects with equity, and what you can do right now to support every student.

Discover:

• Why schools are the new front line for mental health support
• How Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) goes beyond buzzwords to transform classroom culture
• The importance of telling authentic stories and representing all students-including LGBTQ+, multilingual learners, and those in foster care
• Four actionable strategies: expanding access to mental health services, integrating mental health education, organizing awareness events, and collaborating with community partners

Get practical tips, real talk, and inspiration to help your school become a place where every student feels seen, heard, and supported. Because mental health is equity-and silence is not an option.

Before we part ways, I want to hear from you. Text me your questions, stories, or topic suggestions. Your experiences and insights fuel our movement for educational equity.

This is Dr. Almitra Berry, reminding you that in times of educational crisis, silence is not an option.

And remember! Don't worry about things you cannot change, change the things you can no longer accept.

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