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Notice. Talk. Act.® at School - Mental Health Training for School Staff

APA Foundation PROJECT
Notice. Talk. Act.® at School - Mental Health Training for School Staff by APA Foundation

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Title
  • Notice. Talk. Act.® at School - Mental Health Training for School Staff
Entrant
  • APA Foundation

About This Project

Summary

With over 70% of schools reporting rising mental health concerns, Notice. Talk. Act.® at School delivers critical training to help educators and staff recognize signs of distress, start supportive conversations, and guide them to help. By bringing this no-cost training to schools across the country, we are addressing the raising rates of youth anxiety, depression through practical training that strengthens school communities, empowers school staff, and supports student well-being.

Goals & Objectives

The goal is to equip all school staff to identify student mental health concerns early and take timely, preventative action. By reaching as many communities as possible across the country, the program ensures more youth have access to supportive adults at school—building a healthier future for all.

Results & Impact

As of 2025, this training has impacted over 2 million students nationwide. Schools report a 70% drop in truancy, 89% reduction in discipline referrals, and 99% fewer major mental health events—demonstrating powerful results when educators and school staff are equipped to notice, talk, and act.

the team

Kate Berg
  • Program Director, Schools and Justice Initiatives
  • APA Foundation
Jeri Thuku
  • Program Manager, Program Director, Schools and Justice Initiatives
  • APA Foundation
Rawle Andrews, Esq.
  • Executive Director
  • APA Foundation
Vedrana Hodzic
  • Director of Medical Education
  • APA Foundation
Amy Porfiri
  • Managing Director
  • APA Foundation
Dana Harris
  • Senior Manager, Communications
  • APA Foundation