Our Vision:

 Boise High's Hope Squad recognizes that each of us can relate in some way to feelings of lost confidence, of being overwhelmed, of being unseen. We recognize that each of us navigate individual challenges relating to mental health. We endeavor to be a resource to help our community members move through these challenges with increased confidence and strength. We aim to cultivate a community where people lean on each other for support, and where they find kindness, empathy, inclusivity and belonging. We aim to promote actions that lead to mental wellness. We aim to raise awareness of ways to prevent suicide. And most of all, our Hope Squad aims to promote the good that already exists at Boise High, while instigating positive, healthy change so that our community feels less stigma, feels increasingly safe, and feels hopeful that even on the most difficult of days, better ones are ahead.

Our Goals:

In order to move us towards this vision, we strive to:

• Create opportunities for our community members - students and staff, alike - to strengthen and to build authentic connections

• Create physical spaces that are safe, promote mental wellness, and that reflect the diverse interests and identities of our community

• Create opportunities and experiences that cultivate an increased level of kindness, empathy, and grace at Boise High

• Normalize community conversations on mental health topics and foster the belief that it really is okay to not be okay sometimes

• Promote authentic self care and self acceptance

• Educate our community on topics related to suicide prevention

• Aid community members in finding the help and resources they need to maintain their mental wellness