Past Events

You are invited to enjoy a free lunch while learning about current research promoted by the Scanlan Center for School Mental Health. Presentation #1 “Impact of Sleep on Adolescent Mental Health.” Presentation #2 “Psychosis-Risk/Psychotic-Like Experiences in Adolescence.” Presentation #3 “The Prevalence of Psychotropic Medication for Individuals with Challenging Behaviors.” This program, co-sponsored by the Grants […]

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November 27, 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 16, 2023

12:00-1:00 pm CST

In-Person N116 Lindquist Center (Teacher Leader Center Professional Development Area), Iowa City, Iowa

Presenter/s Carolyn Colvin, Ph.D., Sally Shaver DuBois, Greg Welk, Ph.D.

School Mental Health Research Lunch

Research

Special Event

Talk/Presentation

You are invited to enjoy a free lunch while learning about current research promoted by the Scanlan Center for School Mental Health. Presentation #1 “The Importance of Civic Participation in Rural Communities.” Presentation #2 “Building Capacity for Staff and Student Mental Health Programming: A Partnership Between Switch and the Healthiest State Initiative.” This program, co-sponsored […]

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November 14, 2023

Trauma-Informed Learning Environments and Tier 2 Responses

Learning and Training Opportunity

PreK-12

Professional Development

There is no one-size fits all approach in education. Much like how educators adapt to different learning needs, our education environments must similarly adapt to support students who have or are experiencing trauma. This learning session will focus on more advanced trauma informed classroom practices and discuss Tier 2 responses in the learning environment. Learning […]

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November 13, 2023

What Do We Do with Those Phones? The Impact of Cell Phones and Social Media On Our Children and Adolescents

Learning and Training Opportunity

PreK-12

Professional Development

In this online presentation, we will discuss the online social involvement among school-aged youth. Specifically, we will unpack phone use, social media activity, associations with mental health and development, and intervention and supports to improve the overall outcomes for youth. Learning Goals: 1. Understand the impact of phone use and social media on the mental […]

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November 9, 2023

Mindfulness in the Elementary Classroom

Learning and Training Opportunity

PreK-12

Professional Development

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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