Evaluate Your School’s Ability to Support Student Well-Being

Nationally, the percentage of students experiencing significant mental health issues—including depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation and attempts, is concerningly high—and increasing. ISM’s recently published research revealed that, during the disruptive phases of the pandemic, student distress increased and student life satisfaction decreased. We also found an alarming lack of student engagement and belonging among students in grades 7–12.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Implementing a Community Wellness Program at Your School

Wellness programs have been shown to improve employee retention, productivity, and health for your entire school community—including students, faculty, and staff. However, starting such an important initiative can be a daunting task.

In this webinar, you’ll receive a step-by-step guide to building, implementing, and maintaining a community wellness program in your school to improve everyone’s health and morale. And if your school already has a wellness program, discover strategies for expanding its offerings.

Here’s How to Ensure the ‘Teacher Shortage’ Doesn’t Impact Your School If It Arrives

Your teachers are central to your school’s success. However, despite their importance and the platitudes our society espouses for teachers, it has become a profession fewer teachers desire to practice. The data making the case for a “teacher shortage” are alarming.

Board Member Selection: Aligning Mission and Core Values

In a recent I&P article, ISM recommended that schools consider adding “Core Values” to their Purpose and Outcome Statements because it is becoming more difficult for schools to avoid a core values position. There are several reasons for such a recommendation. They include protecting the school’s value perception, safeguarding the faculty culture, and assuring that institutionally agreed-on values, rather than individual values, are the public norm.

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