Mental Health
Overview
The Division believes that student success is linked to student well-being and the development of social-emotional assets that build resiliency. The development of citizenship and social responsibility contribute to wellness and are integral to the delivery of a broad and comprehensive program of studies.
We are dedicated to the development of the whole child. This is a significant goal for the Division and it is expected that a commitment to wellness is modelled at all levels of education (staff, students and community).
A focus on the role of schools in promoting and addressing mental health, which includes mental health promotion, mental illness prevention and early identification and intervention, as well as mental health literacy and stigma reduction.
Related Assurance Element(s)
Element 2: Students demonstrate Well-being
Element 3: Teachers and Leaders Model, Promote and Support Success and Wellness
Element 8: The System Support Infrastructure Enables Success and Well-Being
Element 10: The Learning Community Promotes Care, Respect and Safety
Element 11: The Learning Community Values Relationships and Community Support
Element 12: Trustees Foster Quality Learning and Wellness