How to Get School Board Approval for Mental Health Programs: A Radical Guide for 2026

School boards don’t approve programs. They approve solutions to the gut-wrenching crises that threaten their district’s safety and reputation. You’re…
Fresh High School Assembly Ideas for Radical Engagement in 2026

Did you know that 40% of U.S. high school students are walking through your halls right now carrying persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness?…
How to Choose a High School Assembly Speaker: The Definitive 2026 Guide

Your students have the most sensitive “cringe meters” in history. They are exhausted by the performative noise of social media and can spot a fake…
Speaker on Vaping and Substance Abuse: A Radical Approach for 2026 Schools

What if the reason your students are vaping in the bathroom has nothing to do with the flavor of the pod and everything to do with the weight of the…
Cyberbullying Prevention Presentation for Schools: A Radical Approach for 2026

What if the standard “don’t bully” lecture is actually making the problem worse by boring the very kids we need to save? You’ve seen it. You stand in…
Creating Inclusive School Policies for Transgender Students: A Radical Approach to Mental Health

Your school policy is not just a stack of legal compliance papers; it is a life-saving shield for a child who feels the world is closing in. Right…
How to Teach Coping Skills to High School Students: A Radical Guide for 2026

What if the reason your students roll their eyes at “mental health days” is because we’re giving them band-aids for bullet wounds? It’s time to stop…
Helping a Student with a Sick Parent: A Radical Support Guide for 2026

What if the most professional thing you can do for a grieving student is to stop acting like a clinical expert and start acting like a human being?…
What to Do When a Student Reports Suicidal Thoughts: A Radical Guide for Educators

You cannot “plant the seed” of suicide by asking a student if they are thinking about ending their life. Silence is the only thing that grows the…
Creating a Safe Space for Mental Health Conversations in the Classroom: A Radical Guide for 2026

What if the most impactful lesson you deliver this year has nothing to do with your curriculum and everything to do with your courage? You’re…