It is still a very challenging time for schools, both for staff as well as pupils.
Keeping mentally well is vital…
Lockdown was very hard for children and especially those who were already struggling with their learning, relationships or mental health, for whatever reason.
This Mental Health Awareness week we want to make schools aware of the wellbeing and resilience support Eikon offers schools, and suggest three ways in which schools can support Eikon to continue our work.
How Eikon can help schools
We recognise the urgent need to address the emotional wellbeing and mental health issues young people are facing right now. Evidence shows that improved resilience and wellbeing leads to improved academic attainment and achievement.
A large proportion of Eikon’s work takes place in and through schools. The support we offer includes:
Wellbeing News
A termly newsletter packed with information and news about the wellbeing and mental health support that is available for you.
SMART Schools
A whole school approach to wellbeing that assists schools in reviewing and developing their wellbeing provision.
SMART Moves
An engaging interactive programme to build resilience in young people – in particular those transitioning from primary to secondary school.
Head SMART
A peer-led programme that trains young people to be Wellbeing Ambassadors who promote wellbeing in their school.
For more information on how we can help your school please email our schools team – schools@eikon.org.uk
How schools can help Eikon
As a charity, Eikon needs the support of our community like never before. Will you help us to raise awareness or raise funds to enable us to continue to be there for young people early on before a concern turns into something more serious?
Ways you could help us:
Thank you for everything that you are already doing to minimise the negative effects of the pandemic on the emotional wellbeing and mental health of your pupils and staff.Together we will ensure that all young people have the wellbeing and resilience they need to thrive.
Here are some more ways you can help us:
1. Nominate us as Charity of the Year 2021-22
Could you nominate Eikon as your charity of the year next academic year?
2. Subscribe to our mailing list
We send occasional newsletters and appeals throughout the year. Subscribe today for updates on:
- Our work transforming young lives
- Ways you can get involved and support our work
- Our wellbeing programmes and resources for schools
3. Follow us and mention us on social media
Please include our hashtag on any social media posts
#TheEikonCharity
