The Youth Health Collaborative (YHC) kicked off 2026 with strong cross-sector participation, welcoming both returning members and new guests through the January “Bring a Friend” initiative. The meeting reinforced YHC’s role as MNPS’s School Health Advisory Council and highlighted continued momentum around shared priorities for the 2025–26 year.

Key updates included:

• District focus areas from MNPS emphasizing student voice and wellbeing, culturally responsive teaching, and family & community engagement as core strategies for student success
• Community partner highlights, including new youth mental health programs, substance-use education for families, expanded family support services, and opportunities for volunteer engagement
• Data-informed decision-making, with Panorama survey results used alongside other tools to understand school climate, guide professional learning, and       prioritize supports
• Ongoing collaboration, with YHC continuing to serve as a space for alignment between schools, public health, and community partners

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Check out our January Updates HERE

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