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Documentary details Jackson County, Mississippi's efforts to reduce youth suicides through the implementation of peer-to-peer groups called Hope Squads.
4 Common Myths About Youth Suicide
5/26/26
Annual Hope Fair held
5/22/26
Hope Squad making school safe & welcoming to all
50 Student Leaders Selected to Serve on Hope Squad National Council in 2026-2027
5/13/26
Sharing Kindness walk supports suicide prevention on Cape Cod
5/12/26
Hope Squad helps high school students connect peers in crisis with adult support
5/11/26
East Junior High students lead mental health efforts through Hope Squad
5/8/26
Hope Squad funded at two schools
Seymour Hope Walk and Mental Health Fair opens Mental Health Awareness Month
5/1/26
Shenandoah Hope Squad hosts Hope Walk
4/30/26
Ashwaubenon High School Hope Squad to host first Bowling for Hope mental health event
4/29/26
Seven Fundraising Ideas to Sustain and Strengthen Your Hope Squad
4/28/26
Gautier High School Hope Squad leader earns statewide recognition for suicide prevention work
4/20/26
How a marshmallow fight is building community and preventing suicide
Bishop talks mental health, inspires hope in high school students
4/15/26
From Playground to Graduation: The Benefits of Hope Squad Across All Grades
4/14/26
Churchill County School District Celebrates Hope Week
4/7/26
Ocean Springs High Hope Squad receives grant
4/5/26
Community Groups and Mayor Pitch in to Fund Hope Squad in Montgomery Schools
3/31/26
Why a Spring Launch is a Smart Choice for Your Hope Squad
3/24/26
Collins Intermediate launches Hope Squad peer mental health program
3/23/26
Hope Squad: A Proven, Life-Saving Prevention Program
3/10/26
Sullivan 180 and Fallsburg Hope Squad to attend Mental Health Matters Day in Albany
3/4/26
Billings Middle School students build leadership skills by connecting with the community through Hope Squad
2/27/26
Hundreds of Hope Squad students come together to host mental health conference
2/26/26
Utah Hope Squad Members advocate for suicide prevention funding
2/25/26
The mission of the SRMS Hope Squad
2/24/26
Churchill County Schools Plan Hope Week
Be the One: How to Start a Hope Squad
Hope Squad holds Hope Week at MVHS
2/17/26
Gautier High Hope Squad holds tree dedication ceremony
2/14/26
Tomball ISD Celebrates Hope Week Districtwide to Promote Mental Wellness and Connection
2/13/26
Coral Academy hosts ‘Day of Hope’ to bring awareness to mental health
2/12/26
DuBois proclaims Feb. 12 'Day of Hope' to support student mental health efforts
Hundreds gather to raise mental health awareness at Night of Hope in Wiggins
2/11/26
Hope Squads Provide Peer-to-Peer Mental Health Support
2/10/26
Ways to celebrate Hope Week at School, at Home, and in the Community
'Hope Squad' students assist their peers dealing with mental health issues
2/9/26
Pass Christian High’s Hope Squad promotes mental health awareness with lantern release
2/8/26
Mashpee Middle-High School Prepares For Hope Week
2/6/26
‘Hope Squad’ being formed at Park High School
2/3/26
Hope Squad events across Southeast Missouri spotlight student mental health
2/2/26
Paddles for Prevention pickleball fundraiser to support De Pere youth mental health
1/30/26
‘Hope Squad’ empowers kids to look out for peers’ mental health
1/29/26
Students help prevent suicide in peers by joining Hope Squads on San Antonio campuses
Medina High School’s Hoops for Hope shines spotlight on mental health
1/27/26
How Hope Squad Provides Consistency Through Change
'Hope Squad' teaches importance of suicide prevention, mental health awareness
1/15/26
Understanding the Role of a Hope Squad Advisor
1/13/26
Suicide among youths dropped dramatically in Tarrant County. Other cities have noticed.
12/18/25
How Hope Squad Strengthens Student Well-Being Within Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
12/16/25
Students Inspire Compassion With Hope Squad
12/12/25
Student Squad Brings Hope To BHS
12/4/25
A Welcome Homecoming for Founder Dr. Greg Hudnall
12/2/25
Building Healthy Communities provides grants to 112 schools in Michigan
12/1/25
Lessons That Last: What Students Are Learning Through Hope Squad
11/25/25
Osseo-Fairchild's 'Hope Squad' awarded Tools for Schools Grant
11/24/25
Cass County Schools partner to support student mental health
11/20/25
Hope Squad Joins Coalition to Fully Fund School-Based Mental Health Grants
11/19/25
Why a group of local residents want to bring Hope Squad to Red Wing
11/13/25
Hope Squad Conference brings together hundreds of students for peer support
Inside Pioneer Elementary's culture of kindness and innovation
11/7/25
St. James donates $25,000 to suicide prevention program
Freedom Within a Framework: Empowering Advisors To Lead With Freedom and Flexibility
11/5/25
Hope Squad holds conference at Preble County high school
11/4/25
Suicide Prevention is School Safety
10/21/25
Helpline Center Presents Emma Benoit in Watertown for Mental Health Event
10/17/25
Flushing Middle School celebrates first-ever Day of Hope
10/16/25
Early Lessons in Hope: Hope Squad’s Elementary Programming
10/7/25
WSHS Students Speak at Mental Health Event
9/29/25
A Mother’s Message During Suicide Prevention Month
9/26/25
WSHS Students Launch Peer Support Hope Squad
9/24/25
Team Effort to Launch Hope Squads in San Antonio During Suicide Prevention Month
9/23/25
A Closer Look at Hope Squad’s Schoolwide Lessons
Students supporting students: A movement of hope and healing
9/22/25
Community gathers for Walk to Remember, Walk for Hope
9/16/25
Six Simple Ways You Can Observe Suicide Prevention Month
Preventing Teen Suicide With Superior High School’s Hope Squad
9/11/25
Gettysburg Area High School Hope Squad
Lincoln Middle Schoolers Promote Mental Health Awareness on World Suicide Prevention Day
9/10/25
Warriors Walking for Hope Color Walk To Raise Awareness of Mental Health Importance
9/9/25
‘Chalk the Walk’ Brings Suicide Prevention Week Awareness to Southeast Boise High School
9/8/25
Suicide Prevention Walk Brings Hope to DuBois City Park
2nd Annual Hope Walk Led by Pewaukee High School Senior
9/6/25
Meet the Hope Squad at Coronado HS!
9/5/25
From loss to leadership: Mona Shores students carry Hope Squad’s mission
‘A ripple effect of kindness’: TISD’s Hope Squad expands to reach more students sooner
8/29/25
A New Approach to Mental Health: How Pass High is Leading the Way with Student Support
8/27/25
Advising Lawmakers on How To Boost Youth Mental Health
8/26/25
Loudonville-Perrysville Schools launches Hope Squad to help students feel seen and safe
Davidson County Schools introduces Hope Squad for mental health support
8/25/25
Hope Night at Biloxi Shuckers Game Shines Light on Mental Health
8/23/25
Is Hope Squad Asking Too Much of Students? Not When They're Set Up to Thrive
8/22/25
Hope Squad Welcomes Eric Workman as CEO
8/7/25
Diocese schools hire counselors, expand programs to support mental health
8/3/25
‘It’s going to save lives’: George County School District implementing Hope Squad
7/31/25
‘Hope Squad’ Continues To Spread Across the Nation 20 Years After Pilot Program
7/28/25
Southeast Missouri schools launch Hope Squad Program
7/18/25
How Can Hope Squad Be Implemented in Your School?
7/16/25
Tales From Utah Valley: From Tragedy Springs 20 Years of Hope
7/13/25