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Grafton High students and counselors outline expanded wellness programs supported by United Way grant
Summary
Grafton High School counselors and student leaders told the school board that Wellness Week, peer programs and a United Way 'Empowering Minds' grant have expanded mental‑health supports — including peer listeners (Green Bandana), a Raise Your Voice NAMI chapter, yoga club and a remodeled student services suite — with a student mental‑health website planned for fall 2026.
Grafton High School counselors and student leaders on March 23 told the Grafton School District board that a combination of student‑driven clubs and a United Way grant have expanded mental‑health supports for students.
Greg Johnson, a Grafton High School counselor, said district survey data show strong peer connections but a gap in students’ confidence about adult support: “On the student survey, if I have a big problem there’s an adult at school I can talk to about it, it was 80% or higher,” he said, and staff programs aim to raise the school’s connection rate (KPI LR2).
Students described how that work looks on the ground. Junior Ellie Girky said Wellness Week has…
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