303 Main Street, Cumberland Center ME
Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Mental Health Matters 5k (3rd annual)
Event Details
- Date: Sunday April 12th, 2026
- Gates Open: 7:00 AM
- Race Start: 8:00 AM
- Location: 303 Main Street, Greely High School, Cumberland Center, ME US 04021
About KyleCares
- Mission: Dedicated to promoting open communication about mental health challenges for teens and young adults.
- Goals: Eliminate student self-harm and suicide by creating supportive school environments.
- Chapters: KyleCares has helped start 38 chapters in Maine, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.
- Community Impact: Collaborates with nearly 700 Active Minds chapters across all 50 states.
Focus on Teen Mental Health
- Challenges: Teens face academic pressures, social expectations, and identity exploration.
- Importance: Addressing mental health issues is imperative for the overall well-being and success of teenagers.
- Early Intervention: Organizations like KyleCares help prevent more severe problems through early support.
- Support from Leaders: Received guidance and collaboration from Jim Johnson, President of KyleCares.
Active Minds/KyleCares Club Initiatives
- Social Skills: Building positive relationships among students and fostering a supportive school environment.
- Open Discussions: Students contribute to a culture where seeking help is seen as courageous.
- Collaboration: Engaging multiple organizations has benefited students across different age groups.
- Programming Impact: Minding Your Mind assemblies have profoundly impacted both students and staff.
Key Accomplishments
- Programming Reach: Successfully emphasized the importance of early intervention for younger students.
- Future Goals: Aim to address a wider range of mental health issues affecting youth today.
- Sponsorships: Funding through donor sponsorship will enhance outreach efforts.
- Innovative Approach: Engagement in planning and execution of programming sets a model for others.
Closing Thoughts
- Community Development: Programming has significantly impacted the student body and school culture.
- Support: Grateful for contributions and participation in the Mental Health Matters 5k.
- Future Commitment: Active Minds/KyleCares Club is dedicated to expanding outreach and addressing mental health issues.
- Thank You: Appreciate everyone's involvement in making a meaningful difference.
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