Best Student Wellbeing Program

Children with higher levels of emotional, behavioral, social, and school wellbeing, on average, have higher levels of academic achievement and are more engaged in school and their later years. 

This award recognizes the most impactful program or initiative developed by a school to improve student health and wellbeing. It celebrates the importance of a holistic approach (e.g., social, emotional, physical, arts, music, etc.) to wellbeing programs, which are essential in helping students develop and grow into adaptable, independent, and motivated young people. It also celebrates measures that protect and promote the emotional and mental wellbeing of whole school communities, fostering a sense of belonging and meaning in the hope that it encourages other schools to follow suit.