The 988 Awareness Project is Thrilled to Announce a New Collaboration with Cathedral Catholic High School

The 988 Awareness Project is excited to announce an inspiring new collaboration with Cathedral Catholic High School in San Diego. This partnership is a significant step in spreading awareness about mental health resources and creating a supportive environment for students. As part of this initiative, Cathedral Catholic has taken impactful steps to make the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline highly visible and accessible to all members of the school community.

First, the high school has placed the 988 Lifeline number on its football scoreboard. This isn’t just a temporary measure; the lifeline number will be displayed 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. By positioning it in such a prominent location, Cathedral Catholic is showing its commitment to mental health awareness, even in spaces typically dedicated to athletics. For students, families, and community members attending games and events, this visible reminder reinforces the message that help is always available.

Additionally, Cathedral Catholic has installed 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline magnets in all of its school bathrooms. This step may seem simple, but it is profoundly meaningful. Bathrooms are private spaces where students often retreat when feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or in need of a moment of solitude. By providing the lifeline number in these settings, the school ensures that students have immediate access to support resources in moments of vulnerability. These magnets are strategically placed where students will see them, serving as both a comforting reminder and a practical resource.

Together, these initiatives reflect a growing understanding that mental health needs to be supported in all areas of students’ lives. Cathedral Catholic High School’s proactive approach sends a powerful message: that mental health matters, and that seeking help is encouraged and supported. The 988 Awareness Project is honored to collaborate with such a forward-thinking institution that recognizes the importance of embedding mental health resources into the daily fabric of school life.

This partnership highlights the broader mission of the 988 Awareness Project: to ensure that mental health resources are accessible, visible, and integrated into communities across the nation. As more schools and institutions take similar steps, we hope to foster a culture where mental health awareness is universally prioritized, where students know they are not alone, and where communities come together to support one another through life’s challenges.

With Cathedral Catholic leading the way, we look forward to seeing more schools and organizations follow suit, placing the 988 Lifeline in places where it can make a difference. This collaboration marks an important milestone in our journey toward a world where mental health resources are within reach for everyone, everywhere.