JEFFERSON CITY, MO – There is a new micro-learning wellness program for educators calledTeachWell. The Department of Mental Health (DMH) Office of Disaster Services (ODS) recently launched this comprehensive program which aims to support the mental health and well-being of today’s educators in Missouri.
Emotional and mental well-being directly impacts an educator’s ability to create a positive learning environment for students. TeachWell offers a series of short courses addressing key topics such as preventing burnout, seeking help, the benefits of movement, managing depression and anxiety, as well as self-care and team care. Courses are pushed out every two weeks and can be received by email or text.
“There are numerous requests each year from educators for wellness training and TeachWell is one way to conveniently provide this training across the state.” said Beckie Gierer, Director of Disaster Services. “TeachWell will help cultivate resilience, enhance mental health, and have a positive impact on educators and their students.”
Schools throughout Missouri are encouraged to contact DMH for TeachWell promotional posters, table tents, wallet cards, etc. These items are available at no cost to school districts. Contact Beckie.Gierer@dmh.mo.gov to request resources.
To sign up go to: TeachWell. For more information contact Rachel Plaggenberg at Rachel.Plaggenberg@dmh.mo.gov or 573-751-6714.