Faith
Christian Schools Affirm Student Well-Being
Faith Facts
- A recent report shows over 80% of Christian educators rate student mental health as “good” or “excellent.”
- Schools with faith-centered practices, cellphone policies, and mental health awareness had stronger student well-being outcomes.
- The well-being of educators closely relates to how they perceive student mental health in their schools.
A new report surveying more than 1,400 Christian school educators in the United States highlighted strong student mental health in faith-based environments.
Educators connected faith integration and compassionate support with better wellness among students, distinguishing these schools from concerning national trends.
“It’s very encouraging to know that the vast majority of respondents rated student mental health at their schools ‘excellent’ or ‘good.’ But that’s just the beginning of the conversation, not the end.”
“It would be well worth investigating the mechanisms by which Christian schools are addressing mental health, including integrating their faith-based missions, which educators in our survey perceive as making a difference.”
said Dr. Lynn E. Swaner, president of Cardus U.S.
School policies addressing technology use, along with prioritizing spiritual development, were found to positively impact student well-being.
Strong staff wellness was also shown to benefit students, underlining the importance of supporting educators as well.
“I hope this report’s findings will encourage meaningful discussions among educators that may lead to more effective and intentional policies and practices that support the mental health of our students.”
shared Dr. Rian Djita, director of research for ACSI.
Now is the ideal time for Christian schools to rely on Biblical principles to strengthen both their students and staff, keeping faith, family, and freedom at the heart of education.