Mental Health Matters: A Student Awareness Campaign
Inquiry Framework
Question Framework
Driving Question
The overarching question that guides the entire project.How can we, as health advocates, design and implement a campaign to promote mental well-being, challenge stigmas, and connect our peers with available resources, ensuring a supportive and informed school community?Essential Questions
Supporting questions that break down major concepts.- How can we effectively communicate the importance of mental health to our peers?
- What are the common misconceptions and stigmas surrounding mental health, and how can we address them?
- What resources are available for students struggling with mental health issues, and how can we promote access to these resources?
Standards & Learning Goals
Learning Goals
By the end of this project, students will be able to:- Students will be able to identify common mental health issues and their impact on teenagers.
- Students will be able to design a campaign to promote mental health awareness and reduce stigma.
- Students will be able to develop effective communication strategies to disseminate information about mental health resources.
- Students will be able to evaluate the effectiveness of their campaign.
Health Education Standards
Entry Events
Events that will be used to introduce the project to studentsMyth vs. Fact
'Myth vs. Fact: Mental Health Edition' - A gameshow-style event where students debunk common misconceptions about mental health. This interactive event uses engaging visuals and real-life scenarios to challenge students' preconceived notions. It sparks curiosity by highlighting the prevalence and impact of mental health issues, linking directly to the campaign's goal of combating stigma.Portfolio Activities
Portfolio Activities
These activities progressively build towards your learning goals, with each submission contributing to the student's final portfolio.Mental Health Topic Selection & Research
Students will research various mental health topics and select one to focus on for their campaign.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA one-page report outlining the chosen mental health issue, its prevalence among teenagers, and its potential impact.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsHES.9-12.CS7.B2 (Express information and opinions about health issues)Crafting the Campaign Message
Students will develop a clear and concise message to promote mental health awareness and reduce stigma related to their chosen topic.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA slogan and a short paragraph explaining the message.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsHES.9-12.CS7.B2 (Express information and opinions about health issues)Visual Campaign Design
Students will design a visual element (e.g., poster, infographic, social media post) to accompany their campaign message, incorporating the slogan and key information.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA digital or physical visual element designed to promote mental health awareness.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsHES.9-12.CS7.B2 (Express information and opinions about health issues)Campaign Presentation
Students will create a presentation to showcase their campaign, including the chosen mental health issue, the campaign message, the visual element, and the resource directory.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA multimedia presentation (e.g., PowerPoint, Prezi) to present the mental health campaign.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsHES.9-12.CS7.B2 (Express information and opinions about health issues)Mental Health Resource Directory
Students will identify and research available mental health resources within the school and community, compiling a list of resources to include in their campaign.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA directory of mental health resources with contact information and brief descriptions.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsHES.9-12.CS7.B2 (Express information and opinions about health issues)Rubric & Reflection
Portfolio Rubric
Grading criteria for assessing the overall project portfolioMental Health Matters Campaign Portfolio Rubric
Topic Selection & Research
Assessment of the research quality and report clarity in selecting and researching a mental health topic.Research Quality
The depth and accuracy of the research conducted on the chosen mental health issue.
Exemplary
4 PointsDemonstrates exceptional understanding of the mental health issue, providing accurate and comprehensive information from multiple reputable sources. Research is synthesized effectively to provide a nuanced perspective.
Proficient
3 PointsDemonstrates thorough understanding of the mental health issue, providing accurate information from reputable sources. Research is well-organized and clearly presented.
Developing
2 PointsShows emerging understanding of the mental health issue, providing some information from potentially less reliable sources. Research may lack depth or clarity.
Beginning
1 PointsShows initial understanding of the mental health issue, with limited information provided and a reliance on unreliable sources. Research is incomplete or inaccurate.
Report Clarity
The clarity and organization of the one-page report summarizing the mental health issue.
Exemplary
4 PointsThe report is exceptionally clear, concise, and well-organized, presenting information in a logical and engaging manner. Demonstrates excellent writing skills and attention to detail.
Proficient
3 PointsThe report is clear, concise, and well-organized, presenting information in a logical manner. Demonstrates good writing skills.
Developing
2 PointsThe report is somewhat unclear or disorganized, making it difficult to follow the information presented. Writing skills need improvement.
Beginning
1 PointsThe report is unclear, disorganized, and difficult to understand. Writing skills are weak.
Campaign Message
Assessment of the effectiveness of the campaign message in promoting mental health awareness and reducing stigma.Slogan Effectiveness
The memorability, impact, and relevance of the slogan to the chosen mental health issue.
Exemplary
4 PointsThe slogan is exceptionally memorable, impactful, and highly relevant to the chosen mental health issue. It demonstrates a deep understanding of the topic and target audience.
Proficient
3 PointsThe slogan is memorable, impactful, and relevant to the chosen mental health issue. It demonstrates a good understanding of the topic and target audience.
Developing
2 PointsThe slogan is somewhat memorable or relevant to the chosen mental health issue, but lacks significant impact. It demonstrates a basic understanding of the topic and target audience.
Beginning
1 PointsThe slogan is not memorable, impactful, or relevant to the chosen mental health issue. It demonstrates a limited understanding of the topic and target audience.
Paragraph Explanation
The clarity, accuracy, and alignment of the paragraph explaining the slogan's meaning and purpose.
Exemplary
4 PointsThe paragraph is exceptionally clear, accurate, and insightful, providing a comprehensive explanation of the slogan's meaning and purpose. It is perfectly aligned with reputable sources.
Proficient
3 PointsThe paragraph is clear, accurate, and provides a good explanation of the slogan's meaning and purpose. It is aligned with reputable sources.
Developing
2 PointsThe paragraph is somewhat unclear or inaccurate, and the explanation of the slogan's meaning and purpose is limited. It may have minor discrepancies with reputable sources.
Beginning
1 PointsThe paragraph is unclear, inaccurate, and fails to adequately explain the slogan's meaning and purpose. It is not aligned with reputable sources.
Visual Campaign Design
Assessment of the design and effectiveness of the visual element in promoting the campaign's message.Visual Appeal
The visual appeal, clarity, and effectiveness of the visual element in conveying the campaign's message.
Exemplary
4 PointsThe visual element is exceptionally appealing, clear, and effective in conveying the campaign's message. It demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of visual communication principles and target audience.
Proficient
3 PointsThe visual element is appealing, clear, and effective in conveying the campaign's message. It demonstrates a good understanding of visual communication principles and target audience.
Developing
2 PointsThe visual element is somewhat appealing or clear, but lacks overall effectiveness in conveying the campaign's message. It demonstrates a basic understanding of visual communication principles and target audience.
Beginning
1 PointsThe visual element is not appealing, clear, or effective in conveying the campaign's message. It demonstrates a limited understanding of visual communication principles and target audience.
Target Audience
The appropriateness and accessibility of the visual element for the target audience (high school students).
Exemplary
4 PointsThe visual element is perfectly appropriate and accessible for high school students, demonstrating a keen awareness of their interests, preferences, and understanding.
Proficient
3 PointsThe visual element is appropriate and accessible for high school students, demonstrating a good understanding of their interests, preferences, and understanding.
Developing
2 PointsThe visual element is somewhat appropriate or accessible for high school students, but may contain elements that are not fully aligned with their interests, preferences, or understanding.
Beginning
1 PointsThe visual element is not appropriate or accessible for high school students, demonstrating a limited understanding of their interests, preferences, and understanding.
Campaign Presentation
Assessment of the presentation quality and the effective communication of the campaign's message and goals.Presentation Quality
The organization, clarity, and persuasiveness of the multimedia presentation showcasing the campaign.
Exemplary
4 PointsThe presentation is exceptionally well-organized, clear, and persuasive, effectively communicating the campaign's message and goals. It demonstrates excellent presentation skills and engagement with the audience.
Proficient
3 PointsThe presentation is well-organized, clear, and persuasive, effectively communicating the campaign's message and goals. It demonstrates good presentation skills.
Developing
2 PointsThe presentation is somewhat disorganized or unclear, and lacks persuasiveness. It demonstrates basic presentation skills.
Beginning
1 PointsThe presentation is disorganized, unclear, and unpersuasive. It demonstrates weak presentation skills.
Feedback Incorporation
The incorporation of feedback from peers and teachers to refine the presentation.
Exemplary
4 PointsFeedback from peers and teachers is actively sought and skillfully incorporated to significantly improve the presentation's quality and effectiveness. Demonstrates a strong commitment to growth and collaboration.
Proficient
3 PointsFeedback from peers and teachers is incorporated to improve the presentation's quality and effectiveness. Demonstrates a good understanding of the feedback process.
Developing
2 PointsSome feedback from peers and teachers is incorporated, but the impact on the presentation's quality is limited. Demonstrates a basic understanding of the feedback process.
Beginning
1 PointsFeedback from peers and teachers is not incorporated, or the attempt to incorporate feedback is ineffective. Demonstrates a limited understanding of the feedback process.
Resource Directory
Assessment of the completeness, accuracy, and usability of the mental health resource directory.Directory Content
The comprehensiveness and accuracy of the mental health resource directory.
Exemplary
4 PointsThe resource directory is exceptionally comprehensive and accurate, including a wide range of relevant resources with complete and up-to-date contact information and descriptions. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of available resources.
Proficient
3 PointsThe resource directory is comprehensive and accurate, including a good range of relevant resources with complete and up-to-date contact information and descriptions. Demonstrates a good understanding of available resources.
Developing
2 PointsThe resource directory is somewhat incomplete or inaccurate, with limited resources and potentially outdated contact information or descriptions. Demonstrates a basic understanding of available resources.
Beginning
1 PointsThe resource directory is incomplete, inaccurate, and lacks essential information. Demonstrates a limited understanding of available resources.
Directory Organization
The organization and clarity of the resource directory.
Exemplary
4 PointsThe directory is exceptionally well-organized and easy to navigate, with a clear and logical structure that facilitates access to information. Demonstrates excellent organizational skills.
Proficient
3 PointsThe directory is well-organized and easy to navigate, with a clear and logical structure. Demonstrates good organizational skills.
Developing
2 PointsThe directory is somewhat disorganized or difficult to navigate, with a structure that lacks clarity. Demonstrates basic organizational skills.
Beginning
1 PointsThe directory is disorganized, difficult to navigate, and lacks a clear structure. Demonstrates weak organizational skills.