In this powerful presentation , Sparkle Lindsay shares her journey from college athlete facing life-altering medical diagnoses, to corporate executive, to overcoming addiction and building a purpose-driven company rooted in healing and empowerment.

Through storytelling, interactive reflection, and practical mental health tools, students will explore how stress, pressure, identity shifts, and life challenges impact well being, and how healing can transform pain into strength.

Participants will learn real coping strategies, the importance of peer support, and how self-care is not weakness,  but power. This session creates space for connection, resilience, and the reminder that when we support one another and take care of our mental health, we rise together.

Key Topics Covered:

• Mental health & emotional wellness

• Coping skills & stress management

• Identity & resilience

• Peer support & community

• Substance use prevention

• Self-care as strength

This interactive session helps students understand how stress shows up differently in their bodies, whether as anxiety, overwhelm, or shutdown, and why these responses matter. Students will learn how to recognize their personal stress patterns and build awareness of how these patterns influence their decisions, confidence, and relationships. Through practical tools and guided reflection, students will explore how connecting to their body can help them better manage stress, care for themselves, and show up more effectively for others.

This strengths-based workshop teaches young people how to leverage what is already around them—music, environment, community, creativity, and technology—to support their mental health. Participants will explore accessible mental health tools—including music, movement, self-talk, and connection—to manage stress, regulate emotions, and strengthen resilience in real time.  Presenters will be Tito Nsona and Michelle Simmons 

Mental Health Career Paths
This session introduces participants to careers in the mental health field and explores five key therapy pathways: Marriage & Family Therapy, Counseling, Social Work, Addictions Counseling, and Clinical Psychology. Participants will learn about educational requirements, career options, and how to choose the path that best aligns with their goals. The session also features Latino mental health professionals who share their personal journeys, offering insight, guidance, and inspiration for those considering a future in mental health.

A reflective activity that helps young people identify and celebrate their personal strengths. Using a strengths wheel, participants create a flower with each petal representing a strength or something they are proud of. This activity builds positive identity and provides a tangible reminder they can revisit during challenging moments. It is used in our Corps for a Change AmeriCorps program, where near-peer mentors (ages 18–24) support middle and high school students in connecting to resources, mental health supports, and increasing school engagement.

This presentation will cover tips and tricks for developing your emotional intelligence and becoming more self-aware. You will learn about self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management as they pertain to your mental health.

This session explores what healthy relationships look like and the role of effective communication in building them. Participants will learn practical skills for setting boundaries, expressing needs, and navigating conflict in a respectful and constructive way. The session is designed to help young people build stronger, more supportive relationships in their personal and social lives.

Have you ever had a conversation go from 0 to 100 in like 10 seconds?

Like… it started normal, and then suddenly—someone’s mad, you’re mad, and now it’s a whole situation.

Most of the time, it’s not even about the problem—it’s about how fast emotions take over. You say something you didn’t mean, they react, and now everything just got worse.

In this session, you’ll learn how to stay in control of yourself—even when things get heated—and how to handle relationships without making things blow up. We’ll break down how your mind works in emotional moments (and why you react the way you do), and give you simple, real ways to respond differently.

You’ll learn how to actually get your point across, feel understood, and keep your relationships strong—without being fake, passive, or a pushover.

This isn’t a lecture. You’ll try things out, see what works, and leave with something you can use immediately.

Because being right doesn’t help if the way you say it makes everything worse.

The content focuses on increasing understanding of grief reactions (emotions, thoughts, behaviors), building peer support (how to help a grieving friend), and healthy coping skills. Judi’s House/JAG Institute is dedicated to ensuring that no child faces grief alone. Since 2002, they have provided Comprehensive Grief Care® to over 15,000 children and caregivers at no cost to families.

With 1 in 12 children in Colorado experiencing the death of a parent or sibling by age 18, grief support is a critical part of youth development. These free, 45-minute workshops are designed for students in grades 1–12 and help communities build awareness, talk openly about loss, and foster grief sensitivity. Workshops are available both in person and virtually.

In this youth-guided healing circle, we’ll open up space to explore the realities of youth mental health today. Together, we’ll share experiences, talk about what’s happening in our lives, and support one another in a safe, understanding environment.

Stress is something every student knows, but few understand. In this hands-on 45-minute workshop, we dig into what stress actually is, what it does to your brain and body, and why it makes total sense that you feel it. Through science, guided activities, and self-reflection, students will walk away with a clearer picture of their own stress signals and two practical, evidence-based tools they can start using right away.

This conversation style session is meant to offer a safe space for youth to receive real time practical advice for the challenges they face (stress, caregiver relationships, difficulty making decisions, etc.). Issues are presented for dicussion anonymously and ideas for resolution come from the facilitator and the peers within the space who have experienced the same things. Youth interested in working in the mental/behavioral health field will enjoy the practical experience they gain.  

This youth-led session introduces journaling as a simple and creative tool for supporting mental health. Participants will explore how stress, identity, and daily pressures affect their well-being and learn how journaling can support self-expression and coping. 

Through guided prompts and optional small-group sharing, youth will reflect on topics like belonging, emotions, and support systems. Participants will leave with practical strategies and a journaling practice they can continue using beyond the session.

This session is designed to help participants recognize various types of stress and discover friendly ways to manage them when they become overwhelming. We’re here to support you every step of the way! 

This session centers the social, emotional, and mental well-being of youth. Students will learn how to tap into self-esteem and confidence through language, relationships, and community through interactive exercises. 

Participants build interview readiness skills through communication activities and guidance on professional behavior, helping youth gain confidence and prepare for employment opportunities.

This workshop helps youth develop the skills needed to create a professional resume for job and internship applications. Participants will learn how to identify their strengths, list their experiences, and format a clear and effective resume. The session includes guided practice, examples, and individualized support to help youth feel confident when applying for jobs.

Join our UCHealth Behavioral Health team for a QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) training designed to equip participants with the skills to recognize the warning signs of suicide and respond with confidence. Often compared to CPR for mental health, this session will teach you how to start important conversations, support someone in crisis, and connect them to the help they need. This training is open to all experience levels and empowers students to play an active role in supporting the well-being of their peers and community.