Two Rivers

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“I am incredibly excited about the opportunity to lead the Warrior football family with Bruce,” Orth said in the release. “Bruce’s vast knowledge of the game and experience helping youth grow academically, athletically and emotionally will have a positive impact on our students and our program.” from page 1 program,” said Sturgeon, who noted that several officers are now specifically trained in peer support. “We also utilize them if we have a critical incident where a group or individuals should be referred somewhere.”

Carpenter works as a student support specialist at Two Rivers. His wife Jennifer is head coach of the Warrior softball program. Their three young children are involved in athletics and activities within the district.

The Two Rivers football team finished 3-8 last season and was runner up in the Section 3AAAAA Championship game.

A big part of the work, Pash said, is breaking down the “tough guy” and “tough girl” stigma that’s typically associated with first responders and making them feel comfortable in talking about issues they’re facing, whether a traumatic on-thejob experience or something happening in their personal life. The West St. Paul Police Department was the first police department to work with Ellie Mental Health, which now provides wellness consultations for 15 police departments.

“We have a program director who is extensively trained in working with law enforcement, and all of our therapists who work with law enforcement have to go through additional training to make sure they’re competent in law enforcement and first responder issues,” said Pash.

Pash founded Ellie Mental Health in 2015 and now operates 19 clinics in Minnesota and 31 across 14 other states. The organization is rapidly expanding and will have 280 clinics open by the end of this year, and more than 500 open by the end of 2024. It’s mission is to destigmatize mental health issues and make mental health services more accessible for