Jess Yoder

Spend my days improving the well-being of children & educators as @EducateIN’s Project AWARE Specialist and my nights contemplating life with @maxyoder

[Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation @RMFFIndy]

We're at the Youth Emerging Stronger (YES!) Summit today as hundreds of Indiana school leaders and education stakeholders convene to learn best practices in evidence-based prevention and mental health supports within schools.

#YES2023 #INSchoolPrevention

[Michelle Clarke @CounselorClarke]

As we mark Mental Health Awareness Month, we must pursue actionable steps to address the growing mental health crisis among Hoosier youth.

Join in saying YES! to our students at the YES! Summit on June 14. Register here: https://t.co/ZyNLjcrYfo

[Michelle Clarke @CounselorClarke]

SSFE’s @jesskyoder presented w/DMHA and RM Fairbanks F on lessons and data from our Project AWARE Grant at the @IndianaMHR Summit! #projectAWAREIN

[Jess Yoder @jesskyoder]

Check it out!!! 👇🏻👏🏻

[Michelle Clarke @CounselorClarke]

The SSFE Team is hiring a Project AWARE Specialist! Perks:✅Work 2 Days Remotely✅Team collaboration✅Space for creativity, flexibility & prof. development✅ State Benefits. Exp. in Edu/Sch Counselor/Sch Social Worker preferred. Email resume to [email protected].

[Jess Yoder @jesskyoder]

Truly earned, @blawson_lcsw! If your community only knew the reach you are having across the state, too. 🫶🏻👏🏻

[Brooke Lawson @blawson_lcsw]

Little did I know that a special read aloud at my children’s school would lead to this surprise! Thank you @Colts for this recognition, it’s an honor to lead this important work! 💚

[Jennifer McCormick @mccormickforgov]

As a mom and supporter of Roe standards, I will fight for all girls and women to make their own decisions about their own reproductive health.

It’s so personal.
It’s your body.

Private rights and freedoms are critical.

[Jess Yoder @jesskyoder]

In May, Hoosier students and families can prioritize their mental wellness by participating in Project AWARE Goes to the Park! Visit an IN State Park to complete a short, fun activity- then, enter for a chance to win park swag! #AwareINtheParks https://t.co/wmBxFZK9Cb

[Dr. Aleesia Johnson @AleesiaLJohnson]

Today, @IPSSchools lost one of our students tragically to gun violence. His name is Derrick. He was 15 years old. Losses of these kind should shake us to our very core and yet, we rarely get time to sit with and process what these tragic deaths of our young people (1/3)

[Jess Yoder @jesskyoder]

Learn more here! https://t.co/H5Sk7nIFsx

[Senator J.D. Ford @SenatorJDFord]

Student mental health is a crisis in our state, and it has been for years now. It is crushing that student suicide is the leading cause of death for kids ages 10 to 14 and the second leading cause of death for ages 15 to 17. Check out my full statement: https://t.co/9xmPxaExkC

[Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation @RMFFIndy]

The @CDCgov released disturbing statistics on the pandemic's impact on youth mental health—and especially among teen girls.

Nearly 60% of teens reported feelings of persistent sadness or hopelessness.

[Gabriel Bosslet @gbosslet]

Just got an invitation to give a talk on self care that takes place from 5-6p

I know what my first slide will be

[Jess Yoder @jesskyoder]

Hey, local parks departments, not-for-profits, and community groups that work in parks or other outdoor spaces...Check it out! Project AWARE Goes to the Park Grant Program: https://t.co/qlIIY2Ls15

[Jess Yoder @jesskyoder]

HHS Awards Nearly $245 Million to Support Youth Mental Health and Help the Health Care Workforce Meet Families’ Mental Health Needs | SAMHSA https://t.co/FHO9RWCnDa

[Jess Yoder @jesskyoder]

@CounselorClarke @EducateIN 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[Jess Yoder @jesskyoder]

The first of four (FREE) regional trainings to help Indiana school districts establish and serve on school crisis response teams is happening next month! Learn more here: https://t.co/95k6AOdCyI @CounselorClarke @blawson_lcsw

[Jess Yoder @jesskyoder]

Big huge Twitter high five and gratitude for Project AWARE’s very own @AvonMentalWell for receiving the School Social Worker of the Year award yesterday! Krista has made a difference in her own school community @OrioleTweets and beyond!

[Jess Yoder @jesskyoder]

Studies show that increased sleep improves focus, energy levels, mental and physical health, and academic performance. #changethefrequency @theplaidagency Text MENTALHEALTH to [phone]

[Jess Yoder @jesskyoder]

@procAnna, very much appreciate exploring the connection between @CDCgov’s Whole Child model/implementation and suicide prevention at @Indiana_Youth #kidscount conference today.

[Nathan Maynard @NmaynardEdu]

Beyond excited about the @Indiana_Youth Kids Count Conference and to be a featured speaker along with one of my childhood hero’s 🙏🏼 @levarburton!! Creating an empathetic ecosystem for educators, youth workers, and our families we serve is needed more than ever 🔥