Supporting Your Child’s Mental and Emotional Well-Being
At National Heritage Academies (NHA®), we believe students do their best learning when they feel safe, supported, and understood. That includes caring for their mental and emotional well-being, not just their academic growth.
Parents play an important role in this journey. That's why we partner with families to help children build healthy habits, manage emotions, and grow in confidence and character. This page offers practical guidance and trusted resources to support both your child and your family.
Mental Health Support for Students and Families
Mental and emotional well-being affects how children learn, build friendships, and handle challenges. When students have the tools to understand their feelings and make good choices, they are better prepared for success in school and in life.
The resources below are designed to help families:
- Support children through everyday stress and big emotions
- Build confidence, resilience, and healthy routines
- Strengthen communication at home
- Promote kindness, belonging, and safe relationships
Supporting Your Child's Emotional Well-Being
Every child experiences stress, worry, and frustration at times. Learning how to manage those feelings is an important part of growing up.
Helping Your Child Manage Stress and Anxiety
Simple strategies can help children calm their minds, solve problems, and feel more in control when life feels overwhelming.Helping Your Child Manage Stress and Anxiety
Recognizing When Your Child May Need Extra Support
Changes in behavior, mood, or sleep can sometimes signal that a child is struggling. Early support makes a difference.Focusing on Your Child's Mental Health
Building Confidence and Healthy Habits
Confidence and self-care help children develop a positive sense of self and bounce back from challenges.
Encouraging Self-Care and Resiliance
Healthy routines, positive self-talk, and balance between school and rest all support emotional growth.Self-Care Tips for Kids
Helping Students Balance Academics and Extracurricular Activities
Promoting a Positive Body Image
Helping children appreciate who they are supports confidence and emotional health.4 Ways to Cultivate a Positive Body Image
Staying Connected as a Family
Strong relationships between parents and children create a foundation for trust and emotional safety.
Talking Openly With Your Child
Regular conversations help children feel heard and supported, even during difficult moments.
How to Stay Connected and Talk with Your Kids
Building Safe, Respectful Relationships
Feeling safe and included at school and at home is essential for mental well-being.
Supporting Healthy Friendships
Children benefit from learning how to build friendships, resolve conflict, and show kindness.
Build Friendships, End BullyingBuilding Healthy Friendships at Any Age
Helping Kids Grow Through Volunteering
Stronger, Smarter, and More Confident: How Team Activities Help Kids Thrive
Preventing and Addressing Bullying
Families play an important role in helping children recognize bullying and knowing when and how to ask for help.Stop Bullying in its Tracks
Supporting Yourself as a Parent
Caring for your own well-being helps you better support your child. Parenting can be rewarding, and demanding.
Recognizing Stress and Burnout
It's okay to pause, ask for support, and take care of yourself along the way.
Are You Dealing With Burnout?
Parenting Self Care
Three Ways to Simplify Mealtime
Our Commitment to Care and Partnership
At NHA schools, emotional well-being is supported through:
- Caring relationship with teachers and staff
- Clear routines and expectations that help students feel safe
- Open communication with families
- A strong focus on character development through our Moral Focus™ program
When You Need Immediate Support
If you or someone you know is in crisis or needs immediate help, support is available.
You can call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
The service is free, confidential, and available 24/7 for individuals and families.