Past Events

This presentation will walk participants through five, research-tested mindfulness practices to use with elementary students including Check-In, Breath Work, Movement, Guided Mindfulness Practice, and Close of Practice. Through interactive practices, participants will learn about each mindfulness practice, and how they can be combined into a lesson and separated into short brain breaks. Participants will also […]

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November 8, 2023

8:30-3:45 pm CST

In-Person Holiday Inn Airport Conference Center, 6111 Fleur Drive, Des Moines 50321

Featured Alissa Doobay, Ph.D., Kaitlin Poock, LMSW, Brad Niebling, Ph.D.

2023 NAMI Iowa Annual Mental Health Conference

Conference

Exhibitor

Special Event

Come see us at the upcoming 2023 NAMI Iowa Annual Mental Health Conference in Des Moines, Iowa! Exhibit Hall Wednesday, November 8 from 8:30 AM -3:45 PM We want to chat with you about school mental health needs and opportunities in your school, district, or community! We will have information about our clinic, swag, stickers, […]

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November 8, 2023

Bullying Prevention and Intervention

Learning and Training Opportunity

Professional Development

In this online presentation, we will discuss contemporary approaches to bullying prevention, including evidence-based practices for all learners. Topics will include risk and protective factors, warning signs, universal recommendations, and targeted interventions. Learning Goals: 1. Understand risk and protective factors associated with bullying involvement, 2. Recognize warning signs associated with bullying involvement, including those for […]

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November 7, 2023

What’s Good for Students is Good for Us, Too

Learning and Training Opportunity

Professional Development

Our energy and mood can shift hourly, daily and weekly. What are some things we can do to keep energized, focused, motivated, and present in our classrooms? How do we garner genuine enthusiasm to show up each day being our best and encourage our students to be their best? Committing to wellness habits and mindful […]

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November 6, 2023

Trauma-Informed Learning Environments and Key Practices for All Classrooms

Learning and Training Opportunity

PreK-12

Professional Development

Trauma-informed learning environments have the potential to benefit all students, from those experiencing complex trauma to those experiencing struggles from typical child development. This learning session will begin with an overview of the impact of trauma on the learner and the learning environment, followed by introduction to and practical application of core trauma-informed skills. Learning […]

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November 4, 2023

9:00-1:00 pm CST

In-Person Baker Teacher Leader Center, Lindquist Center, University of Iowa College of Education

Presenter/s Keri Neblett, LMSW, Grant Merrell

LivingWorks SafeTALK

Learning and Training Opportunity

Professional Development

LivingWorks safeTALK (safeTALK) prepares people to be more alert to suicide and to help persons with thoughts of suicide make safe connections. The intervention goal is that persons with thoughts of suicide connect with someone who will help them keep safe from suicide and access further support. Learning Goals: 1. Describe the role of an […]

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