Strong Start, Stronger Year:

Building Kids' Mental Health for the School Year

Back-to-school can bring big emotions for kids and parents alike. Gain skills to help your child start - and continue - the school year with confidence.

Dr. Ariana Hoet and Dr. Raglin Bignall pose in a classroom setting with a globe and yellow lockers behind.

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About This Webinar

Back to school can bring up a lot of different emotions - for parents and for kids. 

In this free webinar from The Kids Mental Health Foundation, pediatric psychology experts share what you can do at the beginning of the school year to set kids up for success throughout the school year. 

What You'll Learn

Walk away with practical, expert-backed strategies to support your child's mental health, ease the back-to-school transition and set the stage for a successful year.     

Understand Back-to-School Emotions

Learn why the start of a new school year can bring up a mix of emotions for both children and caregivers and how to recognize what's normal.

Check In With Yourself and Your Child

Discover simple ways to identify and talk about feelings so you can better support your child's mental health during the school transition.

Handle Stress in Healthy Ways

Learn four practical steps to help your family manage back-to-school stress and navigate challenges with confidence.

Strengthen School Connections

Explore ways to build positive relationships with your child's school that can support belonging, well-being and academic success.

Build Skills for School Success

Learn five key skills that help children of all ages reduce stress, build resilience and thrive throughout the school year.

Meet Our Experts

Our webinars are led by pediatric psychologists dedicated to helping families understand and support children's mental health through practical, research-backed guidance.

Dr. Ariana Hoet and Dr. Whitney Raglin Bignall

Pediatric Mental Health Experts

Dr. Ariana Hoet

Executive Clinical Director, Kids Mental Health Foundation

Meet Dr. Ariana

Dr. Whitney Raglin Bignall

Associate Clinical Director, Kids Mental Health Foundation

Meet Dr. Whitney

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