Parent Tips
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.
For Students and Families
Mental Health Support
Mental and emotional well-being can affect how children learn, build relationships, and respond to challenges. Helping students understand their emotions, develop healthy coping skills, and know when to ask for help can support their 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 Student Well-Being
Care and Partnership
At NHA schools, supporting students’ emotional well-being is part of creating a safe, caring environment where they can learn and grow. This support can be seen throughout the school day through:
- Caring relationships with teachers and staff
- Clear routines and expectations
- Open communication with families
- Character development through our Moral Focus™ program
We believe students are best supported when schools and families work together. If you have concerns about your child’s well-being, your school team is here to listen and help determine the right next steps.
Resources for Families
Supporting Your Child’s Emotional Well-Being
Every child experiences stress, worry, and frustration as they grow. Explore practical resources to help your child manage difficult emotions, support their mental well-being, and build strong family connections.
Helping Kids Thrive
Confidence and Healthy Habits
Confidence and healthy habits can help children develop a positive sense of self and work through challenges. Consistent routines, positive self-talk, and a healthy balance of school, activities, and rest can all support emotional well-being. Helping children recognize their strengths can also build confidence and resilience.
Healthy Relatuionships
Safe, Respectful Relationships
Feeling safe, respected, and included is important to a child’s well-being. Learning how to build healthy friendships, work through conflict, and show kindness helps children develop strong relationship skills. Families also play an important role by helping children recognize bullying and understand when and how to ask for help.
Parent Well-Being
Taking Care of Yourself
Caring for your own well-being can help you better support your child. Parenting can be both rewarding and demanding, and it’s important to make time for your own needs, ask for support when you need it, and find healthy ways to manage stress.
Crisis Support