Invisible Wellness: Supporting Student Mental Health at Scale

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured John Rogers, Partner at TPG Rise; Heather Tow-Yick, Superintendent at Issaquah School District; Aaliyah Samuel, Chief Executive Officer at CASEL; Drew Barvir, Co-Founder & CEO at Sonar; and Naoko Kudo, Chief of Staff at Hazel Health.The session examined whether technology can support student mental health in the same transformative way it powers personalized learning. Speakers explored how digital tools and data-driven platforms can enhance—rather than replace—the human-centered work of student support. They shared how early warning systems, virtual counseling platforms, and wellness tracking technologies are being thoughtfully implemented by EdTech leaders and district partners. The discussion addressed the ethical and practical challenges of using technology in mental health care, including balancing proactive intervention with student privacy and measuring impact through actionable insights. The session offered best practices for ensuring technology acts as a meaningful complement to the personal connections that remain essential for effective student wellness.

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