Weaving the power
of the positive
into Maine’s
Classrooms
show maine youth they matter
The Power of the Positive
Positive experiences in childhood buffer the negative long-term health effects of adverse experiences. In fact, having few positive experiences is more detrimental than having adverse experiences.
(Bethell et al, 2019)
A strong sense of mattering to your community is linked with a 65% lower likelihood of considering suicide, 57% lower likelihood of experiencing depressive symptoms, and 24% lower likelihood of substance use. (ME Integrated Youth Health Survey)
“Organizations which prioritize employee well-being see a 21% increase in productivity, 41% lower absenteeism, and 59% lower turnover rates.“
(“The State of the Global Workplace Report” by Gallup, 2022)
“When educator well-being is prioritized, teacher retention rates improve significantly, reducing turnover by up to 25%, and positively impacting student achievement and classroom climate.“(RAND Corporation, 2022 Educator Well-Being Report)
Program Initiatives
Do you support and inspire a young person in Maine? We’re here to serve you with programs and tools that help you and youth thrive together.
Educate
Explore youth development research, healing-centered and trauma-informed practices, and training topics related to caring for youth.
Engage
Empower
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MyT in the field
Reviving at MyT’s Annual Summit
On October 10, 2025, MyT convened more than 100 youth-serving leaders to create a space filled with new discoveries, deepened connections, and big ideas for the future of youth thriving in Maine. Our annual Summit, designed around the theme "Revive", was held at...
Thriving Together at Puddle Dock Village Festival
On a sunny day in Alna, Maine, MyT engaged an intergenerational audience in faciltated conversations on mattering as part of the Puddle Dock Village Festival. The mission of this monthlong festival is to use the arts and humanities in support of community justice and...
Cultivating Communities of Care with Maine Sea Grant
Maine Sea Grant serves Maine's coastal communities as they address issues of concern and uplift local assets. As an integral partner who works to support a culture of integrity and inclusivity, Maine Sea Grant cultivates a community of care. By designing and...