It's World Mental Health Day

Molly Daniels
Oct 10
3 min read

Today is a big day. It’s World Mental Health Day, and around here that means something personal. Mental health touches everyone—our athletes in the final set, our musicians counting rests and crescendos, our seniors juggling applications and “last firsts,” and the people who make our school go: students, staff, teachers, coaches, bus drivers, custodians, administrators, and families. If you’re part of Marysville, you’re on this team.

What mental health looks like… here

Sometimes it’s obvious; sometimes it’s quiet:

A striker whose legs feel heavy because life is heavy.
A trumpet player who nails the solo but worries they’re not “enough.”
A senior who’s excited for what’s next and overwhelmed by what’s now.
A teacher doing a thousand invisible acts of care before lunch.
A parent in the stands who cheers for everyone and still wonders if they’re doing it right.

If any of that rings familiar—same. You’re not alone.

Our playbook: simple ways to support each other

We don’t need perfect words or fancy programs to make a difference. We need small, steady habits that say, “I see you.”

For students

Ask twice. “How are you?” … “No really, how are you?”
Trade pressure for presence. One breath in the huddle, one laugh on the bus, one song before the test.
Hydration, fuel, sleep. Not glamorous. Always game-changing.
Find your grown-up. A coach, counselor, teacher, custodian—pick one person you’ll text or wave at when the day is rough.

For adults

Praise the process, not just the points. “I love how you kept trying new approaches.”
Model breaks. If you pause to breathe, kids learn that pausing is allowed.
Normalize help. “I talked to the counselor last year—10/10 recommend.”
Create “quiet corners.” At games, rehearsals, and events—a spot to reset is a kindness with a giant ripple effect.

For teams, classes, and clubs

Post a “you matter” board. Sticky notes of encouragement travel far.
Start with a check-in. One word each: “stressed,” “excited,” “tired,” “hungry”—and yes, snacks count as intervention.
End with gratitude. One thing or person you appreciate today.

None of this fixes everything. But it changes something, and “something” is how “everything” begins.

Why this matters to Marysville

We’re proud to wear Green & Gold, but our care doesn’t stop at campus lines. When one student learns to ask for help, every team gets stronger. When a band director builds a culture of rest and respect, every classroom benefits. When a booster parent greets a kid by name, every hallway gets a little kinder. That’s the math of community: compassion multiplies.

So today, let’s practice tiny acts with big impact:

Send a “thinking of you” text.
Bring an extra granola bar.
Sit next to someone new.
Tell a coach, teacher, or custodian “thanks for being steady.”

If you need help—right now

It’s brave to ask. It’s normal to need.

Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7).
Talk with a school counselor, coach, or trusted adult.
In an emergency, call 911.

The heart of it

Wear the Green & Gold proudly—and remember, our heart beats Marysville strong. Let’s keep building a place where wins are sweet, losses are shared, and people matter more than scores. Join us in supporting all students, today and every day.

See you at the game tonight, in the band room after school, on the practice field, in the music studio—wherever our kids chase big dreams with brave hearts. W