MindPeace

02/17/2026

Anxiety and depression affect the whole family — and support should too. That's why we partner to bring families an annual Family Education Day each year!

Family Education Day offers expert-led learning and practical tools families can use right away. Children 12+ and their caregivers are encouraged to join us at Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
What happens at Family Education Day?

🧠 Expert speakers
🧩 Age-specific learning tracks
🤝 Connection with other families
🛠 Practical strategies you can take home

Plus… a day at the Zoo. 🦒💛
Please join us on the 28th! Visit our website for your ticket.

📅 Feb 28 | 📍 Cincinnati Zoo
🎟 Register now

02/16/2026

Cincinnati Children's is an invested partner in Mental Health Access in the region and an important sponsor of Family Education Day on Feb. 28 Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
Registration is filling quickly. Get your ticket today. Visit MindPeaceCincinnati.com or 1N5.org.

02/16/2026

We invite you to join Family Education Day this year on February 28 at Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
Spots are filling quickly, please don't wait to register. Visit mindpeacecincinnati.com or 1N5.org TODAY!!

Anxiety and depression affect the whole family and support should too! Family Education Day offer expert-led learning and practical tools that families can use right away.

From Struggle to Strength: A Student’s Story from 1N5 Family Education Day

By: Riley Connley

Last year at 1N5’s Family Education Day, I had the opportunity to share my mental health story. I was able to give my side of the story, and then my mom gave hers. This experience was so meaningful because I know hearing both sides of the experience made it so much more impactful and helpful for so many kids and parents. So this is my story. When I was
12 years old, I was diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder.

I was in sixth grade,
and I was struggling to function. I was scared to go outside, to school, and to sleep.
I started therapy through the psychology department at Cincinnati Children’s, but had to stop after a few months due to the coronavirus. At first, COVID seemed to solve all of my problems. I didn’t have to leave the house, and I didn’t have to go to school and be worried about getting made fun of. Things seemed okay. I was allowed a little bit of time every day to ride bikes with my friends, and school was super easy; it seemed we were living every kid’s dream. But, as Covid drew on, I had too much time alone with my own thoughts, and my anxiety crept back in and brought OCD with it.

Click the link in our bio to read more of Riley’s story.

02/13/2026

🧠💛 The countdown is on!
Family Education Day is almost here.
A full day of learning, connection, and practical support for families navigating anxiety and depression.

📅 February 28
📍 Cincinnati Zoo

Register now at MindPeaceCincinnati.com or 1N5.org

02/06/2026

💙 Happy National School Counseling Week! 💙

School counselors play a vital role in helping students feel seen, supported, and connected—often serving as the bridge between schools, families, and mental health care.

Our partners know what research and experience continue to show: school counselors are key to strong, responsive systems of support. Their work helps identify needs early, reduce barriers to care, and ensure students don’t navigate challenges alone.

Today and every day we’re grateful for the counselors who advocate, listen, and help students thrive. 🌱

01/23/2026

🎓 Supporting mental wellness during the transition to adulthood

The move from high school to what’s next is exciting—and challenging. That’s why Moving Forward was created to support students’ mental health during this pivotal time.

What began as one senior-year guide has grown into three short, developmentally tailored guides, shared at key milestones:
• Winter of junior year
• Winter of senior year
• Spring of senior year

Each guide is intentionally brief, practical, and aligned with what students are navigating at that stage. Schools in our network are sharing these resources with students, families, and educators to spark reflection, conversation, and classroom connection.

📘 Families and students—check with your school to access these guides and support well-being during this important transition.

01/08/2026

🌙 A calm night starts with a predictable routine.

Following the same bedtime steps each night helps school-aged children feel safe, settled, and ready for sleep. Simple routines—like a bath, pajamas, brushing teeth, and a consistent goodnight—signal to the brain that it’s time to rest.

Looking for more tips to support healthy sleep habits?
💤 Download our Sleep Kit at mindpeacecincinnati.com

01/08/2026

🎒 Spotlight on Oak Hills! 🎒
Today we’re celebrating one of our MindPeace partner schools for their proactive work around chronic absenteeism and student success.

Oak Hills Local School District is digging into the why behind absenteeism and rolling out intentional strategies to help students stay connected and in school. One powerful intervention?
📊 Clear communication about how quickly missed days, and even missed hours, add up over time.

The two graphics in this post are part of their new effort to help families visualize the impact of attendance in a simple, eye-opening way.

At a recent open house, Amy Nixon, Family Success Specialist with Hamilton County ESC, hosted an attendance booth where countless families stopped by to learn just how fast small absences can turn into big gaps in learning.

Oak Hills will continue monitoring attendance data this year to understand the effect of this enhanced communication. We applaud their thoughtful, student-centered work to keep learners present, engaged, and supported. 💙📚

12/29/2025

🧠💛 Save the Date!

The 4th Annual Anxiety & Depression Family Education Day is happening February 28, 2026 at the Cincinnati Zoo.

This interactive event offers age-specific learning tracks for caregivers and youth (12+), expert guidance, and practical tools to support families navigating anxiety and depression.

👉 Register at MindPeaceCincinnati.com or 1N5.org, or use the QR code below

12/29/2025

🧠💙 Regulation comes before expectation.

When a child is overwhelmed, their nervous system is in charge. Before we ask for compliance, problem-solving, or learning, we must first help them feel safe and regulated.

De-escalation starts with connection, sensory support, and patience — because children (and adults) can’t do their best thinking until their bodies are calm. 🌱

12/23/2025

💛 Small steps matter for mental health.

Caring for your well-being doesn’t have to mean big changes. Sometimes it’s the smallest actions—pausing, connecting, moving your body, or doing something that brings joy—that make the biggest difference.

Try just one small step this holiday season for your mind, your body, your connection, or your joy. 🌱
Every step counts.

11/21/2025

🛠️Transformation is progress at Chase School!
The MindPeace team knows that staff well-being = student well-being when they come together to assemble a MindPeace Staff Room🌱. We enjoyed the company of student volunteers who want to make a difference. A MindPeace Staff Room is place for educators to rest, reset, and feel supported throughout the day. We are so grateful for our partners and school communities who know that wellness takes many shapes.