The Spooky Mental Health Fair

The Spooky Mental Health Fair: Unveiling Wellness and Resilience

On October 31, 2023, the old gymnasium was transformed for the Spooky Mental Health Fair, themed "Face Your Fears - Stop Wearing a Mask and Be the Real You". This event spotlighted mental health, offering a supportive platform for students to learn, engage, and grow.

Fair Experiences:

• Engaging Booths: The fair featured an array of resource providers:
  
• Bloom: Focused on motivation and its importance in mental wellness.
  
• Metropolitan Circles, LLC: Highlighted self-concept, affirmations, and the art of journaling.
  
• Center for Children and Families: Emphasized self-care, yoga, and staying active.
  
• Brighter Future Counseling Services: Offered insights into various aspects of mental health.
  
• OneMindSet Foundation: Presented understanding the brain music frequency and its importance in mental health.
  
• Goodie Bag & Post Survey Table: Managed by Mrs. Pennington, this booth collected valuable feedback while offering goodies.
  
• Keynote Speeches: Inspirational talks, including one from Mrs. Simon, provided powerful narratives and practical guidance.
  

In the vibrant halls of Booker T. Washington High School, two transformative events – the 2nd Annual Financial Liberation unfolded, leaving an indelible mark on students’ journey towards empowerment.

On November 10, 2023, the Financial Liberation event emerged as a beacon of economic wisdom. Students delved into the world of finance, unraveling its complexities and transforming them into practical, real-world knowledge.

Interactive Learning Highlights:

• Practical Learning Sessions: These sessions brought financial concepts to life. Students were guided by experts from various fields:
  
• Dany Martin from WFA: Unveiled the intricacies of investing, demystifying stock markets and investment strategies.
  
• Ray Monroe of Monroe Motivations LLC: Focused on the psychology of spending and saving, emphasizing the importance of financial discipline.
  
• Jody Blunt from Stifel Independent Advisor: Offered insights into budgeting and financial planning, providing tools for personal financial management.
  
• Chanse Sylvie from The OneMindSet Foundation: Spoke about building financial literacy from a young age, inspiring students to take control of their financial futures.
  
• Brighter Future Counseling Services: Explored the relationship between financial health and overall well-being.
  
• Metropolitan Circles, LLC: Discussed entrepreneurial spirit and its role in personal financial success.
  
• Knowledge Evaluation: Pre- and post-tests charted the significant growth in students' financial understanding, showcasing the effectiveness of these expert-led sessions.
  
• Community Feast: The Friendsgiving meal was more than a gathering; it symbolized our collective journey towards financial empowerment and community spirit.
  

The 2nd Annual Financial Liberation: A Financial Enlightenment Odyssey

Spooky Mental Health Fair

Attendees

Question : Can you share a specific moment or practice from the Yoga and Affirmations activities that you found particularly beneficial or impactful? How do you think it could contribute to your daily routine for improved mental well-being?

Answer : It would improve my mental health by helping me take deep breaths in think about what i’m doing

Center for Children and Families

Self Concept Table

Question : Can you share a specific aspect of the Affirmations or Journaling activity that you found particularly impactful? How do you think incorporating this practice could make a positive difference in your daily life or mental well-being?

Answer : I am powerful

Metropolitan Circles, LLC

Brain Table

Question : Can you describe a specific insight or piece of information from the Brain Table that stood out to you, and how you think it might impact your approach to managing your emotions or mental well-being?

Answer : Learning the way vibration works in many different ways and situations

1 response

The OneMindSet Foundation

Brighter Future Counseling Service

Motivation Table

Question : In a few sentences, can you share any specific ways that the Motivation Table activity has influenced your perspective on mental health or motivated you to take action?

Answer : t’s super important to take care of your mental health because it’s you putting your head in the game. when life is overwhelming you have to take a timeout and get it together so you can get back in there.

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Grade Levels

Question : On a scale from 1 to 5, how would you rate your overall experience at the Spooky Mental Health Fair?

Answer :

52.6% Answered With A “5”.

28.9% Answered With A “4"

15.8% Answered With A “3”

2.6% Answered With A “2”

0% Answered With A “1’

Which table or activity did you find most impactful at the event?

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Grade Levels

Question : Did you learn something new about mental health or well-being that you didn’t know before attending the event?

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Grade Levels

Question : Do you feel more equipped to take positive steps toward improving your mental well-being after attending the event?

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Grade Levels

Question: Would you be interested in participating in future mental health events or initiatives?

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Grade Levels

Question: Would you like to be provided mental health assistance

Vendor Survey Mental Health Fair

Vendors

Question: On a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being "Not at All" and 5 being "Extremely Well," how well do you think we connected your services to the kids at the event?

Vendor Survey Mental Health Fair

Vendors

Question: From your observations during the event, how significant was the impact of your services on the kids? Were there any noticeable changes or reactions?

Vendor Survey Mental Health Fair

Vendors

Question: Any Feedback ?

Answers :

We appreciate the invite to this event. It was an incredible turnout! We would love to be included in future events.

We truly admire Booker T. Washington‘s commitment to the betterment of its students, mental and emotional well-being. Keep up the great work! Should you need our support in the future, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Now that we know how the event is run, we can have even better material for the students in what our assigned topic is (if we know ahead of time). Next year if we could hav the assignment with 2-3 weeks notice, we could take care of that. We enjoyed presenting on self-care! Thank you for inviting us!!

Financial Liberation

Attendees

Financial Liberation

Pre-Test Scores

Financial Liberation

Post-Test Scores

Vendor Feed Back On Financial Liberation

Vendors

Question: "How would you rate your overall experience as a vendor at the Financial Literacy Educational Fair?"

Vendor Feed Back On Financial Liberation

Vendors

Question: "How effective was the event in terms of facilitating engagement and interaction between your business/organization and the attendees?"

Vendor Feed Back On Financial Liberation

Vendors

Question: "What improvements or changes would you suggest for future events to enhance the vendor experience?"

Answer:

The speakers were good I think everything was good Id say have some fun activities to keep the kids involved I feel like it was just a class room setting but it was really good I support the movement fr

Predetermined subjects to talk about but everything was money. Keep grinding.

Feedback On Financial Liberation

Grade Levels

Question: "How much do you feel your understanding of financial literacy has improved after attending today's event?"

Feedback On Financial Liberation

Grade Levels

Question: "How would you rate your overall experience at the Financial Literacy Educational Fair, and how likely are you to participate in similar events in the future?"

Feedback On Financial Liberation

Grade Levels

Question: "Which of the financial concepts covered today do you feel confident in applying to your daily life? (Select all that apply)

A Dual Path to Empowerment

The Financial Liberation and Spooky Mental Health Fair represented more than educational opportunities – they were milestones in a journey towards holistic empowerment. By intertwining financial literacy with mental wellness, we’re nurturing a generation equipped for the challenges of both the wallet and the mind.

Empowering Future Generations:

• Holistic Approach to Education: These events underscore our commitment to comprehensive education – nurturing the mind, enriching the soul, and preparing students for all facets of life.
  
• Building Community: Each event was a testament to the power of unity, showcasing how learning, understanding, and empathy can create a resilient community.
  
• Shaping Tomorrow's Leaders: Through these platforms, we’re not just imparting knowledge; we’re shaping future leaders, armed with the tools, wisdom, and resilience to turn dreams into reality.
  

As we reflect on these events, we recognize them as pivotal chapters in our ongoing story at Booker T. Washington High School – a story where education transcends academics, and where every student is empowered to navigate life’s financial and emotional landscapes with confidence and support.