Hope
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Hope builds awareness of the importance of mental health and teaches youth how to advocate for the health and well-being of themselves and others.
Developed by our team of educators and counselors, Hope teaches youth in preKindergarten through twelfth grade with developmentally-appropriate, standards-based curriculum that is revised annually.
We are currently seeking licensed mental health professionals to serve as speakers and moderators on a variety of mental health topics for students, educators, and community members. In this role, you will deliver engaging, age-appropriate presentations and workshops, facilitate thoughtful discussions, and tailor content to diverse audiences. For more information, please review the full description of this role HERE.
GRADE LEVEL THEMES
Elementary
| PreK | Everybody Has Feelings |
| Kindergarten | Our Feelings Change |
| Grade 1 | Friendship |
| Grade 2 | Uniquely Me |
| Grade 3 | You Are Not Alone |
| Grade 4 | Embracing Differences |
| Grade 5 | The Mind-Body Connection |
Intermediate
| Grade 6 | A Healthy You |
| Grade 7 | How to Be Mentally Strong |
| Grade 8 | You Can Choose Your Own Mindset |
High School
| Grades 9-10 | Choosing Mental Health in Our Digital World |
| Grades 11-12 | Overcoming Mental Health Stigma |
Core program elements include, but are not limited to, comprehensive curriculum guides, thematic and engaging lessons, recorded Joseph Maley Foundation puppet shows and Joseph Maley Foundation speakers, program planning meetings with Foundation staff, ongoing program support, and much more!
If you are interested in bringing Hope to your school, please contact Lead Education Manager, Stephanie Becher at sbecher@josephmaley.org
