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Young Actors Needed
Young Actors Needed
BRITE is seeking young actors ages 13-21 to participate in a REALITY PARTY FOR PARENTS on Saturday, October 11th in Oak Park.
A Reality Party is a safe and mindful staged simulation of a house party created with the intention of shedding light on teen party culture dangers, and to start discussions with parents and adult allies in the community to create healthy change. The Reality Party cast will be the only youth present, as the event is only open to adults.
The Reality Party will feature sensitive topics such as underage drinking, drug use, and discussions on drinking culture, domestic abuse, and sexual assault. There will be no filming of the event and it is for educational and prevention purposes only.
The event will be supervised at all times, and no real drugs or alcohol will be present.
The time commitment would be Saturday, 10/11/2025 from 9am - 6:00pm, with a break for lunch. Lunch and snacks will be provided. We can offer you community service hours for your participation.
If your parent would like to reach out to us, they are encouraged to do so by emailing Mitchell@briteyouth.org.
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The Science of Well-Being
Description
Description
In this course you will engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your own happiness and build more productive habits. As preparation for these tasks, Professor Laurie Santos reveals misconceptions about happiness, annoying features of the mind that lead us to think the way we do, and the research that can help us change. You will ultimately be prepared to successfully incorporate a specific wellness activity into your life. 10 weeks (19 hrs).
Course Takeaways
Course Takeaways
In this course you will engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your own happiness and build more productive habits.
This FREE 45- minute course is designed to increase awareness of the dangers of distracted driving and encourage participants to be safe and responsible drivers.
Topics Covered
Risks associated with driving distracted
Emotional, physical, and financial consequences that distracted driving can have on one’s life
Practical strategies for reducing distracted driving habits and influencing others
Distracted driving laws in California
More info: You can also email treds@ucsd.edu or contact us at 1.858.534.8386 with your questions.
Alcohol and drug use is a nationwide roadway safety concern, as almost one in three traffic deaths involve an impaired driver. TREDS offers information, tools, and resources to prevent teens and adults from driving under the influence.
More Info: More info: You can also email treds@ucsd.edu or contact us at 1.858.534.8386 with your questions.
Procrastinating
Procrastinating
The ONLY Way to Stop Procrastinating- Mel Robbins
Procrastination- 7 Steps to Cure- Med school Insiders
COMMUNITY SUPPORT
COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Greater Good Magazine (via UC Berkeley) is positioned as “science-based insights for a meaningful life.” It utilises multi-media sources from an intersection of humanities, research, and social science fields to offer tips and tools for everyday life. This set of free Quizzes are intended to give the user insights into various areas of their lives, and provide general advice and further learning based on those results. Topics include: Relationships, Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, and more.
Greater Good Magazine (via UC Berkeley) is positioned as “science-based insights for a meaningful life.” It utilises multi-media sources from an intersection of humanities, research, and social science fields to offer tips and tools for everyday life. This set of free Quizzes are intended to give the user insights into various areas of their lives, and provide general advice and further learning based on those results. Topics include: Relationships, Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, and more.
On the second and last Thursday of the month @ 7Pm, for support, and education for all survivors. (on going)
Over 50 therapist –led grief support sessions each and every month. Our support allows participants to deal with the emotional and physical manifestations presented by grief. All of our grief support sessions are offered completely FREE of Charge.
Seize The Awkward: Help with having tough conversations
Al-Anon/ Alateen Family groups VC virtual & In-person meetings
The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness and that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Al-Anon is not allied with any sect, denomination, political entity, organization or institution; does not engage in any controversy; neither endorses nor opposes any cause. There are no dues for membership. Al-Anon is self-supporting through its own voluntary contributions
Family & Friends Support Group- Cancer Support Community
Student Mental Health Advocacy Opportunities
Student Mental Health Advocacy Opportunities
UCLA Open Mind Film Festival- The annual Open Mind Film Festival is a creative forum for teenagers to speak out about the mental health crisis impacting many of our youth. High school students throughout the United States are invited to submit short films highlighting their experiences and concerns surrounding this important topic. Submissions are accepted beginning in the fall of each year and finalist films are screened at the festival held the following spring.
VCOE Anti Vape Social Club- Their advocacy and prevention efforts focus on spreading awareness about the dangers of vaping, cannabis, opioid safety and fentanyl awareness.
Red Ribbon Week Theme Submission: Get Involved & Submit Your Theme. Theme submissions for the next year Red Ribbon Week Theme Contest are accepted annually from January 1st to December 4th. Winners receive $500 in Red Ribbon Week-themed merchandise, generously provided by Nimco, Inc., the official supplier of Red Ribbon campaign materials.
Helping a Friend
Helping a Friend
How to Support a Friend with Mental Health Challenges- Article
Basics for Supporting friends- Mental Health America
Seniors
Seniors
Off to College Checklist - Ideas of things parent and student might need or to dos before heading to college.
Help for myself
Help for myself
1. High School Virtual Wellness Center
2. Community Resources- Use the tabs to guide you on the resources available. You might want to look under Mental Health.
3. How teens can ask for help - Youtube Video
4. How to talk to my parents/ guardians
5. Tips about talking about your mental Health- Provides example prompts for you.
8. Calm Mindfulness journal- Download, free journal by Calm
9. Ideas for handling overwhelmed feelings- use right away
10. Fitting in
12. Bullying: What to do if I'm Bullied
Can Using Drugs Help Me Deal With Anxiety and Depression?
What Happens When Drugs Are Combined?
Mind Matters: How Does Marijuana Affect Your Brain and Body?
The Reward Circuit: How the Brain Responds to Natural Rewards and Drugs
How Teens Can Ask for Help
How Anxiety Affects Teenagers
How To Beat Testing Anxiety
Two easily remembered questions that silence negative thoughts – Anthony Metivier
Organization and Time Management Tips
Video:Create your schedule to meet your goals (45-90m)
Video: Use Drive to Organize Files (45-90m)
Video: Track Due Dates and Tasks in Gmail (45-90m)
Video: Manage Your Time with Google (45-90m)
Frequently asked questions about the Wellness Center
Frequently asked questions about the Wellness Center
Can I use my Chromebook to do homework in the wellness center? --> In the center we encourage no technology use and that includes chromebook. We encourage you to work on homework that does not require a computer or your phone.
Can I eat in the center?--> There is no eating in the wellness center. Eat your lunch first then enter the center.
What if the Center is closed? --> If the center is closed go to the office, the counseling team can help!
If I have a free period can I use the Wellness Center? --> Students can use the center up to 30 minutes if they have a free or just want to do work during class.
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