How to Find and Secure Funding for Student Support Programs
Missed the Webinar? Watch It Anytime
If you weren’t able to attend our webinar on strengthening your education grant proposals, you can watch the full recording whenever it works for you below.
Don’t miss the free resources included with this session—part of our Student Engagement & Resilience Bundle—available further down the page. You can also learn more about the WhyTry Organization and meet the panelists who made this webinar possible.
Free Student Engagement & Resilience Bundle
Looking for practical ways to better connect with students and support their resilience? This free bundle gives you ready-to-use tools you can start applying right away.
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If you’d ever like to see how schools are implementing these strategies at a deeper level, we’ve included more information about WhyTry below.
What is WhyTry?
WhyTry is designed for educators working with students who may feel disconnected, unmotivated, or resistant to school. It’s a flexible toolkit and curriculum that helps you turn everyday challenges into opportunities to build trust, teach resilience, and re-engage students. Whether you’re using it in a classroom, alternative setting, small group, or a quick one-on-one intervention in the moment, WhyTry gives you practical strategies you can use right away.
Watch this brief video to learn how the program works in real classrooms and intervention settings
Ready to See How WhyTry Can Strengthen Student Resilience in Your School?
While the strategies we shared today are a strong starting point, the fastest way to see real impact is to explore how WhyTry works in your specific setting.
In just 15-20 minutes, you’ll:
- See the program in action
- Learn how schools are improving attendance and engagement
- Get answers tailored to your students and challenges
No pressure—just a practical walkthrough.
“Mike has helped schools nationwide improve student engagement and attendance through practical, real-world implementation of WhyTry.”
Educators consistently tell us this is one of the most helpful conversations they have.
Meet the Presenters
Jeff Lynch
Project Manager, CHOICES — Tulare County Office of Education
With over 20 years of experience in education, Jeff has dedicated his career to prevention education—helping young people understand the dangers of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. Before joining Tulare County Office of Education, Jeff served at Visalia Unified and Kings County Office of Education, where he developed a deep passion for supporting students’ well-being and success. A graduate of UMASS Global, Jeff combines his professional expertise with a personal commitment to helping youth make positive choices. When he’s not working, Jeff enjoys coaching, fishing, golfing, and spending time with his family and dogs.
Jason Johnson
Director of Training and Research, WhyTry Organization
Jason Johnson is a licensed school psychologist and Director of Training & Research for WhyTry, where he consults and trains educators nationwide on resilience-based strategies to support student success. A nationally recognized expert in resilience education, he has spoken at hundreds of conferences and led WhyTry program implementations in schools, healthcare, corporate settings, and the U.S. Military. Passionate about helping students overcome challenges, Jason is dedicated to creating a culture of resilience in education.