We Care: Pullman Student Minds Matter

05/28/2025

03/11/2025

Your mental health is important. 💙

Whether you need support for yourself or a loved one, the Palouse Resource Guide has you covered with a full list of mental and behavioral health resources in the Palouse region.

Visit palouseresources.org to find the help you need today.

11/18/2024

Local Mental Health Resources through Pullman Highschool.

Pullman High School Counselors are here for you! This Virtual Calming Space is for students, staff, and families to find tools and strategies for managing the many emotions and feelings that you may be feeling. Disclaimer: The following links are purely for educational purposes and are not

10/10/2024

Sometimes, the hardest conversations are the most important. If you sense a friend is struggling with their mental health, take a moment to ask how they’re doing. Small gestures can lead to meaningful support. Find out how to approach these talks with confidence: https://seizetheawkward.org/conversation/learn-the-signs

09/05/2024

Every life matters. During ***dePreventionMonth, let's spread hope, raise awareness, and support one another. If you or someone you know needs help, call or text 988—the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is here 24/7. Reach out, listen, and be a light for someone in need. 💛

05/07/2024

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The parent-child connection is one of the most influential factors in a child's mental and emotional development.
Here are some ways in which the parent-child connection can impact mental health:

💗Secure Attachment: A secure attachment between a child and their parent provides a sense of safety and security, which forms the foundation for healthy emotional development. Children with secure attachments are more likely to develop resilience and cope effectively with stress.
💗 Emotional Regulation: Parents play a crucial role in helping children regulate emotions. Through sensitive and responsive interactions, children can identify and express feelings constructively for better mental health.
💗 Self-Esteem: Positive parental involvement and validation contribute to a child's self-worth and self-esteem. Children who feel loved and accepted by their parents tend to have a positive self-image and faith in their abilities.
💗 Resilience: A strong parent-child connection can shield against traumatic experiences. Children who feel supported become more resilient, helping them navigate life's challenges and lowering their risk of mental health issues later on.
💗 Mental Health Awareness: When parents prioritize their children's mental health, it normalizes discussing feelings and seeking help, leading to better mental health outcomes for kids.
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05/07/2024

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04/30/2024

04/04/2024

2nd Annual Fight in the Light Mental Health Art Exhibit
Tuesday, May 7, 5:30 PM - 7:00 pm

Event Time Updated!
The Fight in the Light Art Exhibit will now take place from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm instead of the previously scheduled time of 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on May 7.

Second Annual "Fight in the Light" Mental Health Art Exhibit

Pullman School District's Our Minds Matter clubs are hosting the second annual district-wide "Fight in the Light" mental health art exhibition and reception at Pullman High School on Tuesday, May 7th, 5:30pm-7:00pm. This year's theme is, "UNLEASH(ED): Freeing Ourselves Through Artistic Expression."

CALL FOR ENTRIES! Have a student interested in entering the art exhibition?
Students can create visual, performance, or written art around the theme of letting go and freeing yourself. Art submissions can be dropped off at any school's front office for pick up by Friday, April 26: ATTN: Jessica Viergutz-Cavagnetto

For more information about the art exhibition & reception, please contact:
Jessica Viergutz-Cavagnetto
PSD School-Based Mental Health Therapist
jviergutzcavagnetto@psd267.org

01/12/2024

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY!

We will be handing out donuts on January 26, before school. Inside the main entrance and the back entrance. We need parents to help set up and hand out donuts.

Please respond below, or message us if you are able to help!

The students LOVE donut day! 🍩

12/28/2023

Your mental health is a lot like your physical health. You won't always feel your best or be at 100%. Understanding when to seek help is important and sometimes necessary for yourself and potentially for a loved one.

Our partners always strive to provide resources and information regarding mental health and start the conversation around su***de. For more information and resources specific to our community, follow Resilient at Resilient: A Whitman County Task Force!

12/22/2023

In our hearts, we all know that death is a part of life. In fact, death gives meaning to our existence because it reminds us how precious life is. Coping With Loss The loss of a loved one is life's most stressful event and can cause a major emotional crisis. After the death of someone you love, you....