Students Share Messages of Support for World Mental Health Day
To mark World Mental Health Day, students at the Lower Academy took part in a range of literacy and craft-based activities designed to raise awareness and encourage open discussions about mental health and wellbeing.
Throughout the day, students engaged in classroom and lunchtime sessions focused on understanding the importance of caring for our own mental health and supporting those around us. The activities also highlighted the value of recognising when help is needed and knowing where to find support within the school and wider community.
“It’s important to talk to people when you’re upset or annoyed — it can help you through it.” Bobbie.W – Year 8
“Telling a joke to make someone smile or even laugh, or just asking how their day is and having a conversation with them, can really help lift someone’s mood.” Neeve.G – Year 8
“Good mental health helps you so you can help other people and make them happy.” Mariia.G. - Year 7
“If you have mental health issues, we now have mechanisms to help yourself keep calm.” Neidas.M - Year 7