YESS BLOG

Addiction Education through Social Emotional Learning In today’s educational landscape, educators and community leaders grapple with the pervasive issue of addiction among youth and adults. Addiction to substances like cannabis...

Join Us at the 2024 Road to Success Luncheon! Date: Friday, April 12th, 2024 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Location: PPA Event Center, Denver Make it official, and RSVP...

This past month at Kennedy High School, YESS Institute students have been learning a ton about emotional intelligence, communication, and connection. To start, YESS students at Kennedy have been focusing...

Social Emotional Learning Investment In today’s rapidly changing world, investing in youth development is more critical than ever. While academic achievement remains important, there is a growing recognition of the...

We are thrilled to share some exciting news with our YESS Institute community! YESS Institute was recently featured in The Denver Post’s Season to Share article, highlighting the incredible work...

In the realm of mental health support, the terms counseling and therapy are often used interchangeably, but they entail distinct approaches to healing and well-being. Counseling generally involves short-term discussions...

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly altered the landscape of education, and required schools and educational institutions to transition to virtual learning to ensure the safety of students and staff. This abrupt...

You’ve probably heard “coping skills,” but what are they really and why do they matter? And – how do coping skills relate to social emotional learning programs like those offered...

As Colorado Gives Day approaches, it’s crucial to reflect on the profound impact of the YESS Institute’s programs. For over 20 years, the YESS Institute has been at the forefront...