Acknowledge Alliance

Sometimes a deep breath, a sip of coffee, or a moment of gratitude is enough to help us reset. Other times, our stress shows - and that's okay. Those moments can become an important opportunity for us to model emotional regulation. When students see adults acknowledge their feelings, manage challenges, and respond with self-compassion, they learn that emotions are a normal part of being human. Read our June newsletter to learn why our imperfect moments may be some of our most important teaching moments.

View the full newsletter at https://lmail.liveimpact.org/w/jKVdn5W763VSJrw6aje7e7ww/XIUXfAXJJSHw3fFwva0gbQ/MTYyC7m4XddCkUhlo2JQFg or visit our website: https://www.acknowledgealliance.org/newsletter

🌞Did you know today is the Summer Solstice? In the Northern Hemisphere, this is the longest day of the year, with more daylight and marking the official start of summer.

Take advantage of the extra sunlight and build in a little summer self-care today. Whether it’s going for a walk, eating lunch outside, or visiting a local farmers’ market, spending time outdoors can be a simple way to reset and recharge.

Looking for ideas? Check out summer self-care tips from Self-Love Rainbow for easy ways to make the most of the season.

Today is Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and marks the moment freedom finally reached those in Galveston, Texas on June 19, 1865.

As we celebrate the resilience, achievements, and contributions of Black communities, we also reflect on our nation's history and recommit ourselves to advancing equity, justice, and belonging for all. At Acknowledge Alliance, we recognize that supporting mental health and well-being includes creating communities where every person feels seen, valued, and empowered to thrive.

Learn more and celebrate:
❤️ Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture: https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/historical-legacy-juneteenth
🖤 African American Community Service Agency: https://www.sjaacsa.org/
💚 KQED Guide to Juneteenth 2026 in the Bay Area: https://www.kqed.org/arts/13990478/juneteenth-events-bay-area-guide-2026

We are grateful for the continued support and partnership of El Camino Healthcare District. Through their Community Benefits program, our Resilience Consultants were able to support the teachers in the Mountain View Whisman School District and Sunnyvale School District with mental health prevention services and consultation to better improve the mental and behavioral health and resilience of their students and themselves.

To all the students and educators we work with at School District, we wish you a very wonderful summer break! Our resilience consultants can’t wait to see you next school year!

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate the history, contributions, and resilience of LGBTQIA+ communities.

Acknowledge Alliance stands in solidarity with LGBTQIA+ youth, educators, staff, partners, and community members. We remain committed to fostering belonging, connection, and mental wellness for all young people.

Learn more about Pride Month and LGBTQIA+ mental health resources:
🏳️‍🌈 The Trevor Project : https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
🏳️‍🌈 The LGBTQ Youth Space (Caminar): https://www.youthspace.org/
🏳️‍🌈 San Mateo County Pride Center: https://sanmateopride.org/

Happy last day of school to all the students and teachers we support at Redwood City School District, Mountain View Whisman School District and Beechwood School ! Our resilience consultants have loved working with you this year. We wish you a wonderful, restful summer break!

Happy last day of school to our students and teachers at Saratoga Union School District 's Redwood Middle School! Our resilience consultants on-site will miss you during the break, but wish you the best for a restful and restorative summer!

“Voting is not only our right—it is our power.” – Loung Ung, Author and Human Rights Activist

Today is Primary Election Day in California, and Acknowledge Alliance encourages everyone to cast your vote and make your voice heard! You can find your closest polling place on the CA Secretary of State website at https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/polling-place

Our May newsletter is here and full of highlights from our annual Forget-Me-Not event! Take a look to hear all about the amazing educators we honored, learn more about the inspiring panel discussion “Building Communities of Belonging and Access Where Youth Thrive“, and to view photos and recordings from the evening.

View the full newsletter at https://lmail.liveimpact.org/w/jKVdn5W763VSJrw6aje7e7ww/XIUXfAXJJSHw3fFwva0gbQ/cnorCcVfP7WPzMW3oqCK0A or visit our website: https://www.acknowledgealliance.org/newsletter