Education Meets Well-being
The School of Wellness model is part of the HEY! Schools Working Group’s action to increase youth wellness through education and engagement in mentally healthy activities throughout the school environment.
Building Better Environments
Chosen pilot schools will complete a building self-assessment that helps school leaders evaluate current wellness initiatives, practices, culture, and policies within their school related to the SAMHSA 8 dimensions of wellness that are codependent and connected to students’ health & quality of life:
How it Works
Up to $20,000 each year for up to three years will be made available to selected pilot schools to support initiatives aligned with the assessment and enhance youth wellness within the school building, with ongoing support from HEY! Staff & Schools Co-Chairs.
By focusing on these 8 Dimensions of Wellness, the Schools of Wellness Framework can create a balanced and comprehensive approach to promoting overall well-being. From prevention to intervention and treatment, the goal is to see schools become spaces of wellness for our school communities which include youth, staff, and families.
Nominate a School Today!
Cohort Two is now open! Whether you are a parent, student, school staff, alumni, or community member, your commitment to youth wellness is appreciated. All nominations will be compiled and schools will be invited to submit an application to be considered in the 2026-2027 cohort.
Nominate a school HERE.
Contact Eli Meiners, HEY! Program Manager with questions: eli@hopefulempoweredyouth.org.
Interested in volunteering to guide schools through the process? Learn more here.