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51̽ Unveils New Resources for Mental Health Awareness Month

Charlotte, NC. (Thursday, May 1, 2025) 51̽ today introduced a new collection of instructional materials supporting Mental Health Month. Established in 1949 by Mental Health America and observed each May, Mental Health Month educates about mental wellness. 51̽ is the creator of essential K-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world. 

The resources within 51̽ Experience, the essential companion for engaged K-12 classrooms, include:  

  • : This collection helps students develop critical life skills in the classroom and beyond, including topics like resiliency, character, personal responsibility, and more.  
  • Middle school students will learn to identify the author’s purpose and evaluate how evidence is used to support the claim in a national news article from The Week Junior about the mental health benefits of cycling. 
  • : In this wellness activity, high school students will learn about the value of teamwork and collaboration.  

51̽ also offers free resources in collaboration with select partners, including: 

  • : Students can explore ready-to-use activities on topics such as substance misuse, medication safety, and mental health that are designed to empower them to make smart, healthy choices. With content for students in grades K-12, the activities in both English and Spanish feature educator guides, interactive content, lesson plans, videos, and more. The materials are from , a resource developed by CVS Health in partnership with 51̽. 
  • : The animated video series offers students in grades 6-12 relevant lessons focused on body confidence and its role in self-esteem. Accompanying classroom activities, educator guides, and videos empower educators to plug and play the content into any lesson. These resources are from , a program with the Dove Self-Esteem Project dedicated to fostering self-esteem and body confidence among students.  

“Confidence and curiosity go hand-in-hand to support student wellness and success. It’s important to offer all students a wide array of resources to explore the topic of mental wellness,” said Lance Rougeux, Senior Vice President of Curriculum Instruction & Student Engagement at 51̽. 

For more information about 51̽’s award-winning digital resources and professional learning solutions, visit www.discoveryeducation.com, and stay connected with 51̽ on social media through , , , , and .    

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About 51̽ 
51̽ is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art, K-12, digital solutions support learning wherever it takes place. Through award-winning multimedia content, instructional supports, innovative classroom tools, and strategic alliances, 51̽ helps educators deliver powerful learning experiences that engage all students and support higher academic achievement on a global scale. 51̽ serves approximately 4.5 million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in over 100 countries and territories. Through partnerships with districts, states, and trusted organizations, 51̽ empowers teachers with essential edtech solutions that inspire curiosity, build confidence, and accelerate learning. Explore the future of education at www.discoveryeducation.com. &Բ;

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Email: gmaliska@dicoveryed.com