Coral Academy hosts ‘Day of Hope’ to bring awareness to mental health

A national suicide prevention and intervention program designed to change the way students talk about mental health held a special event at a school in Henderson.

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Coral Academy of Science Sandy Ridge Campus, located on Eastern Avenue and St. Rose Parkway, held “Day of Hope” on Thursday.

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During the event, students created hope ribbons and bracelets and decorated the hallways, offering support and encouragement.

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The school’s Hope Squad also creates school-based peer support teams comprised of students who are trained to recognize warning signs in their classmates who may be at risk and to seek help.

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The program is sponsored locally through the City of Henderson, which partners with 15+ schools to expand student-led mental wellness and suicide prevention efforts across the community.

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Originally published at https://www.8newsnow.com/news/coral-academy-hosts-day-of-hope-to-bring-awareness-to-mental-health/amp/