CALSA’s Summer Institute is where innovators, educators, and leaders come together to shape the future of public education. Grounded in the theme Somos el Puente entre Generaciones, this year’s conference elevates the voices, practices, and partnerships that strengthen schools and communities across California.
Julie Johnston is the VP of Growth and Partnerships at MEandMine, where she leads strategic collaborations to expand access to mental health and social-emotional learning (SEL) supports for schools and communities. With a focus on early intervention, Julie works at the intersection of education, behavioral health, and equity—building partnerships that ensure students receive the right support at the right time.MEandMine is a proactive mental health and SEL platform grounded in neuroscience and prevention science. By combining universal classroom instruction with data-informed insights, MEandMine enables early risk detection and connects students to tiered supports—ranging from classroom strategies to more targeted mental health interventions.Julie’s work is driven by a commitment to serving the whole child and the broader community. She partners with school districts, counselors, and community organizations to integrate academic, behavioral, and mental health supports into a cohesive system. Her approach ensures that schools are not only responding to challenges but are equipped to prevent them—creating environments where every student has the opportunity to thrive.
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