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At Green Mountain High School, two dedicated Peer Leaders are proving that mental health awareness isn’t just a conversation: it’s a movement. Sophie Oliver and Linn Poston have spent years (four and three respectively) deeply embedded in the Sources of Strength program, but their recent senior capstone project has set a new gold standard for …
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To many, March is known for brackets, buzzer beaters, and bold predictions. For years, Sources of Strength programs throughout the country have been using that same energy to focus on something that matters far beyond the scoreboard: Trusted Adults & Mentors March Mentor Madness is a campaign that launched over a decade again to celebrate …
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A New School, a Clear Vision When Viera Middle School opened its doors in August 2024, the newest middle school in Brevard Public Schools, Principal Ms. McNutt brought a clear vision for school culture. Already familiar with Sources of Strength from a previous middle school, she and her team decided after the first semester to …
Looking Upstream: Reflections from APHA 2025 Last week I had the chance to present at the American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting, and wow… What an experience! Over 10,000 people from all over the world filled the convention center, each of them dedicated to public health in one way or another. Researchers, policymakers, practitioners…. …
Strength in Connection: Adapting Sources of Strength for Predominantly Pacific Islander Communities A powerful study has provided compelling evidence of the effectiveness of Sources of Strength in promoting student well-being and resilience. This research, funded by the National Institute of Health, highlights not only the program’s success but also the importance of adapting it to …
As national trainers with Sources of Strength, we are gifted with the opportunity to travel across Canada, stepping into schools and communities to witness the extraordinary resilience of young people. These experiences offer us profound insights into the vast spectrum of challenges and triumphs that shape their lives. Resilience in the Face of Adversity On …
Sources of Strength has a deep evidence base in suicide prevention, but its impact goes far beyond that. Schools across the country use Sources of Strength to promote well-being in many ways, including preventing substance misuse like vaping. By empowering students, fostering resilience, and encouraging positive peer influence, the program offers a proactive approach to …
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