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Testimonials

Larry M. Irvin, Principal, Foreman High School

"MHAGC provides a relevant curriculum that increases awareness of many mental health topics that affect adolescents. Through this understanding, teenagers become able to recongnize and empathetically respond to mental health challenges that they themselves may face, or that they recognize in themselves or family. Most importantly, this program helps break down the stigma attached to mental illness and to foster proactive ways to effectively address mental health concerns."

Lissette Chavez, Teacher, Amundsen High School

"In the recent months my students have grown both individually and collectively as a school community. Mental health is an essential piece of student development and therefore the duty of teachers around the nation. More awareness about mental health will prevent disasters happening within our schools and between our school aged children. This is part of producing productive adults for our society. It is our duty to prevent, and as teachers, to at least give students information about mental health. This program was a great facilitator for that."

Ernesto Matias, Principal, Wells High School

"The ability to recognize mental illnesses and how to seek help is very important to our students and staff. This knowledge will enable our students to seek help if needed and never give up on their life long dreams."

Alisha Rybicki

"As an intern at MHAGC, teaching the MHAE program at Schurz High School has been a life changing experience. Getting the students involved through slide show presentation, lectures, and skits helped the students to better understand critical topics they directly and indirectly related to, such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD. Though it is sometimes challenging, providing the students with knowledge that benefits them now and in the future is extremely rewarding."

Lauren Reed

"As an intern at MHAGC, I have found a passion and a pathway about how to use my psychology degree. The program provides students with an outlet to share their stories, stigmas, and experiences while presenting them with information, knowledge and support. Through education, students learn about issues they may not otherwise understand. During the internship I found my desire is to continue to work with adolescents. The MHAE program provides an incredible internship and life experience."

Rielle Watson

"The experience I received by interacting with students, faculty and staff at Foreman High School through the MHAE program is immeasurable. The characteristic of Fore-man I enjoyed most was the diversity of its’ student body. Each week I encountered a unique question from the students that both challenged and expanded my own knowledge."

Sarah Ford

"Being a part of the Mental Health Association of Greater Chicago and their mission to educate high school students about mental illness has truly been a great growing experience for me. I have learned so much from the organization and feel more encouraged and motivated then ever to continue pursuing work with high school students."

Tiffany Thomas

"As a former intern at MHAGC, educating the students at Juarez High School accelerated my passion and ability to inform others about the importance of mental health. In knowing the positive impact this Association has on the community, I am honored to be taking a part in making it all happen as Program Manager of MHAGC."

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