Project RAISE - TN

Project RAISE is excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for Fall 2025! We are looking to fill up to 70 paid internships 💼 for school psychology, school counseling, and school social work interns for the 2025-2026 school year. These interns will serve in one of our 59 rural school districts across Tennessee. Ready to make an impact? Learn more and apply by visiting projectraisetn.com 🌐. #SchoolCounseling #SchoolPsychology #SchoolSocialWork #RuralEducation #MentalHealthMatters #ProjectRAISE National Association of School Psychologists Tennessee School Counselor Association Tennessee Association of School Psychologists American School Counselor Association SSWAA School Social Work Assn of America TENNESSEE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKERS

🌟 Exciting News from Project RAISE! 🌟   We're thrilled to announce that we now offer NASP-approved FREE continuing professional development credit for our dedicated interns, supervisors, and school administrators! 🎓✨ At Project RAISE, we're committed to supporting growth and development at every step. This new offering reflects our promise to provide resources that empower our cohort and strengthen their skills. Let’s continue building brighter futures together! 💼🌱 #ProjectRAISE #ProfessionalDevelopment #NASP #EducationExcellence #RuralEducation #GrowthMindset #SchoolPsychology #SchoolCounseling #SchoolSocialWork National Association of School Psychologists Tennessee School Counselor Association Tennessee Association of School Psychologists SSWAA School Social Work Assn of America TENNESSEE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKERS National Rural Education Association

To celebrate the conclusion of #SchoolPsychWeek, here's a message from our Project Director, Dr. April Ebbinger, on the vital role school psychologists play in supporting students and enriching school communities. Dr. Ebbinger shares insights into the unique contributions of school psychologists, from fostering student well-being to enhancing academic success. 🌟 #SchoolPsychWeek #ProjectRAISE #SupportingStudents #MentalHealthInSchools National Association of School Psychologists Tennessee School Counselor Association Tennessee Association of School Psychologists SSWAA School Social Work Assn of America National Rural Education Association

In honor of #SchoolPsychWeek, Dr. April Ebbinger, our Project Director, will be visiting school psychology graduate students at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Murray State University, and Middle Tennessee State University to share how they can become part of Project RAISE! 🎓✨ Each year, Project RAISE seeks a dedicated cohort of up to 70 interns in school psychology, school counseling, and school social work to help bring professional mental health services to rural school districts. 🌄💙 Learn more about joining our next cohort by visiting projectraisetn.com. 📲 National Association of School Psychologists Tennessee School Counselor Association American School Counselor Association SSWAA School Social Work Assn of America National Rural Education Association

This week, we’re celebrating #SchoolPsychWeek by expressing our gratitude to the incredible Project RAISE school psychology interns and supervisors—past and present—who have served in our school districts. 💙 School psychologists are invaluable in supporting students with direct interventions and guidance. They collaborate with teachers, families, and other school-based mental health professionals—like school counselors and social workers—to strengthen support strategies. They also work closely with school administrators to enhance school-wide practices and policies and coordinate essential services with community providers. Through Project RAISE, these dedicated mental health professionals bring their expertise to some of our most in-need rural communities. 🌄 Learn more about Project RAISE by visiting projectraisetn.com. #SchoolPsychWeek #TogetherWeShine #SchoolPsychology #RuralEducation #MentalHealthMatters #ProjectRAISE National Association of School Psychologists Tennessee School Counselor Association TENNESSEE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKERS Tennessee Association of School Psychologists SSWAA School Social Work Assn of America National Rural Education Association

#FlashbackFriday to setting up our booth at the National Forum to Advance Rural Education’s #RuralEdForum! ✨ Project RAISE was honored to connect with educators and advocates from across the country, sharing our mission to support the mental health of students in rural Tennessee. We’re inspired by the incredible work happening in rural education and proud to be part of this community! 🧠💜 #ProjectRAISE #RuralEducation #StudentMentalHealth #MakingADifference National Association of School Psychologists American School Counselor Association SSWAA School Social Work Assn of America Tennessee School Counselor Association National Rural Education Association

Join the Project RAISE Cohort and Experience Ongoing Support Beyond Your Internship At Project RAISE, we not only focus on recruiting interns to our rural districts but retaining them. This year, we're excited to launch our mentorship program pilot, designed to support Project RAISE graduates during their first year. Our graduates pair with a qualified mentor in their field, offering invaluable guidance during this critical time. Research shows that mentorship benefits both mentors and mentees, providing insights that can make a lasting impact on your career. Join us at Project RAISE and experience continuous support as you grow into your professional role! #ProjectRAISE #ProfessionalDevelopment #SchoolCounseling #SchoolPsychology #SchoolSocialWork #RuralEducation #MentalHealthMatters #CommunityGrowth National Association of School Psychologists Tennessee School Counselor Association American School Counselor Association National Rural Education Association SSWAA School Social Work Assn of America

📣 Don’t miss this! Our  Project Partner, Dr. Christopher Silver, and Project Manager, Erica Garza, will be presenting on the vital work Project RAISE is doing to recruit and retain mental health professionals in rural school districts throughout Tennessee. 🌟 🗓️ Join us today at 2:45 PM in Room 201 to learn more about how we’re making a difference in rural education and mental health. If you’re at the #RuralEdForum, this is a session you won’t want to miss! Let’s continue to shape the future of school-based mental health services together. We hope to see you there! 🙌✨ #ProjectRAISE #RuralEdForum #NFARE2024 #RuralEducation #SchoolMentalHealth #MakingADifference National Rural Education Association National Association of School Psychologists Tennessee School Counselor Association TENNESSEE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKERS Tennessee Association of School Psychologists SSWAA School Social Work Assn of America Center for Learning, Education, and Employment (CLEE)

🌟 Project RAISE is thrilled to kick off the #RuralEdForum this week! 🌟 We’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Christopher Silver (Sewanee University) and Erica Garza (University of Tennessee Center for Learning, Education, and Employment) will be representing our Project RAISE Director, Dr. April Ebbinger (Tennessee Department of Education), at the National Forum to Advance Rural Education (NFARE)! Join them as they present: "PROJECT RAISE: SERVING STUDENT MENTAL HEALTH NEEDS IN RURAL TENNESSEE" 🧠 We’re also sending our best wishes to our amazing partners who will be sharing their insights: ✨ Dr. Amanda Hardin & Dr. Elizabeth O’Brien from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga – BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS: BUILDING EFFECTIVE STATE-LEVEL AND UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIPS ✨ Jessica Williams, Josh Reese, Matthew Tinker & Beth Disney from Loudon County Schools – IMPROVING POSTSCHOOL OUTCOMES THROUGH INTERNAL MONITORING, JOB SIMULATIONS, AND CONTINUING EDUCATION ✨ Chrisi Eggert & Alyssa Mullins from Sequatchie County High School – SMALL TOWN, BIG DREAMS If you're attending, make sure to stop by our booth in the Exhibitor Hall! Come connect with our team and learn more about how Project RAISE is impacting student mental health in rural Tennessee. 🏫💙  #ProjectRAISE #RuralEducation #StudentMentalHealth #RuralEdForum #NFARE2024 National Rural Education Association Center for Learning, Education, and Employment (CLEE) National Association of School Psychologists Tennessee School Counselor Association SSWAA School Social Work Assn of America TENNESSEE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKERS

📚✨ At Project RAISE, we believe in more than just financial support for our interns. When you join Project RAISE as an intern,we commit to your continuous growth and development! 💪 Throughout the year, we offer curated virtual professional development sessions covering a variety of topics to help our interns excel in their fields. 🌟 Join us in supporting the next generation of school counselors, school psychologists, and school social workers as they make a difference in our rural communities! Learn more at projectraisetn.com. #ProjectRAISE #ProfessionalDevelopment #SchoolCounseling #SchoolPsychology #SchoolSocialWork #RuralEducation #MentalHealthMatters #InternSupport #CommunityGrowth #EducationMatters #FutureLeaders #ProjectRAISE #ProfessionalDevelopment #SchoolCounseling #SchoolPsychology #SchoolSocialWork #RuralEducation #MentalHealthMatters #InternSupport #CommunityGrowth #EducationMatters #FutureLeaders National Association of School Psychologists Tennessee School Counselor Association Tennessee Association of School Psychologists American School Counselor Association Tennessee School Counselor Association SSWAA School Social Work Assn of America TENNESSEE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKERS National Rural Education Association