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Transforming School Wellness and Safety with iWellness Center 

“iWellness Center is transforming the landscape of school wellness and safety through our innovative software solutions. iWellness Center empowers schools to create connected, safe, and inclusive learning environments by elevating student voice, promoting proactive engagement, and delivering customized solutions. As the world continues to evolve, iWellness Center will remain committed to pushing the limits of possibility, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to shape the future of school wellness and safety on a global scale”. -Whitney Foley, C.E.O

The Problem

Recent National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) data demonstrates the critical need for immediate action. We cannot afford to overlook the pressing need for robust interventions that prioritize student well-being and foster a nurturing educational environment. As stewards of our students' future, we must act decisively to address these challenges head-on, ensuring that every student receives the support they need to thrive academically, emotionally, and socially (National Center for Education Statistics [NCES], 2022)...

…Deputy Superintendent Jim Kitchen further underscored the seriousness of the issue, citing an alarming statistic from the American Psychological Association indicating that nearly 20% of high school students have considered self-harm and suicide…(Swartz Creek) leaders emphasized the urgent need for increased mental wellness data collection to address these concerning trends, prompting the district to take immediate action to support student mental well-being.

The Solution

…The partnership approach between The HUB (at Swartz Creek High School) and iWellness Center has profoundly impacted several students, as evidenced by the testimonial of a high school junior who remarked, "The HUB is a place to be yourself and learn to love the person looking back at you in the mirror." Superintendent Hetherton further emphasized the significance of this approach, stating, "...this student statement exemplifies the power of using the iWellness Center platform to be intentional in daily interactions with our students, exemplifying empathy and positivity." 

The Results (see below)

Percentage of Students answering “Not at all” or “Nearly every day”

…Superintendent (Rodney) Hetherton attributes these favorable results to two main factors, “Our staff has taken charge of improving the well-being of our students and continues to be innovative, open-minded, and caring as they work together.  That, along with the partnership with iWellness Center, has placed us in a position we have never been in before; we can get ahead of potential issues with students, deter harmful behaviors, reach kids we could never reach, and ensure our students know we care about them”.