Unpacking the Backpack Revisited:
Trends, Research & the Future of School-Based Supports for Student Mental Health

Across the country, school leaders are facing an unprecedented student mental health crisis—one marked by rising anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and behavioral concerns. This timely and essential webinar will explore the evolving landscape of student mental health, equipping education leaders with the insights, strategies, and tools needed to create safer, more supportive learning environments.

Join our experts Robin Glenn, a clinical psychologist and founder of Base education, and Dr. Byron McClure, a school psychologist and founder of Lessons for SEL, as we examine national trends and data revealing alarming increases in youth mental health concerns, alongside the stark reality that most students in need still go unsupported. This important session will:

• Unpack the research foundations behind effective mental health programs in schools, including evidence-based approaches such as mindset-based learning, trauma-informed practices, and targeted mental health interventions.
• Emphasize how school-based solutions are transforming outcomes through positive mindset development and personalized support.
• Provide a deeper understanding of how mental health curricula—backed by clinical and educational research—drive improved behavior, engagement, and academic performance.

This is a must-attend for school and district leaders, school counselors, and anyone committed to creating lasting, meaningful change in the lives of their students.

Can't attend live? You should still register. After the webinar, we'll send the recording to all registrants.

About the Presenters: 

• Robin Glenn is an accomplished therapist with over 25 years of experience in working with at-risk teens and their families. She founded BASE Education, a student mental health solution acquired by 7 Mindsets in January 2023.Prior to founding BASE, Robin’s professional work included roles as a school-based therapy specialist for at-risk teens, private practice therapist for adolescents and their families, treatment coordinator for intensive in/outpatient teen programs, and research specialist in clinical trials for adolescents with addictions.
• Dr. Byron McClure is currently the Director of Innovation at 7 Mindsets and Founder of Lessons For SEL, where he uses research, human-centered design thinking to build empathy, ideate, co-create solutions, and design equitable resources that put the needs of children front and center. He formerly served as the Assistant Director of School Redesign at a high school in Southeast, Washington D.C., where he was responsible for leading and reimagining what social emotional learning looked like within an inner-city community.