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Nate Anderson

Advisor & Advocate

Nate Andersen is currently in his 10th year in the Red Lake School District having worked in a self-contained classroom in the Middle School and recently joining the High School Social Studies department. Born in Cass Lake, MN and a descendant of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe, Nate has spent his life moving around the world, living in England, Germany, the Philippines and ultimately graduating high school in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Now back in his homeland, Nate is happily married with two high-energy children, Theo in 4th grade and Stella in 2nd.

When I talk to students about what they would like to see improved in this school, two of the most frequent answers are 1) stronger sense of community and 2) fun. This program provides both. It helps to create a strong network of trusted peers and positive role models for the students to aspire to and look up to. The activities are fun, engaging and generate a sense of excitement that I have not seen in this school for some time.

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Outcomes:

Groups became increasingly unified, exhibiting a shared commitment to healthy norms, and actively encouraged peers in help-seeking behaviors, fostering a supportive environment where every member feels valued and understood.
Social Network Health's interactive training fostered an even more dynamic relationship network. Within these groups, vulnerable members can draw strength from adaptive members, leading to more changes in who they identify as valued connections.
Schools have reported significant improvements in various metrics, including increased daily attendance, higher graduation rates, enhanced identification of Trusted Adults, greater willingness to seek help, and improved connectedness among students and staff. Additionally, school disciplinary issues have notably declined, reflecting the program's positive impact on the school climate and student well-being.

Network Enhancing Facilitation Strategies

Creating an environment for collaborative learning to develop protective strengths and networks through:
  • Peer to Peer Learning
  • Personal Meaningfulness
  • Active and distributed Format
  • Authentic Connection

From Individual To Group Focus

  • Moving from a focus of individual skills to recognizing and developing group strengths.
  • Reflecting on how group strengths benefit individuals and the group.
  • Extending these benefits to the larger group.
  • Supports formation of key relationship and culture Intentional scaffolding.