At Communities In Schools of Appalachian Highlands, we see potential in every student and we are committed to helping them see it too. Our model of integrated student supports allows us to create a network of support around at-risk students and work hand-in-hand with their schools, family and communities to create access to resources and opportunities that help them overcome life’s barriers and reach their full potential.
Mental Health and Social-Emotional Learning are key elements to the success of all students. Mental health includes emotional, psychological, and social well-being and continuously changes from positive to negative. Poor mental health can affect learning and behavior in school. Social-Emotional Learning is the process through which we acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and manage one’s emotions, develop positive/supportive relationships, make good/responsible decisions, and engage with people in a positive and healthy manner. These skills support emotional and social aspects of mental health, specifically how students feel and act.
Communities in Schools can:
Communities in Schools can: