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Research Lunch - Web Preview (2)
December 7, 2023
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 “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 […]
kids and teacher in classroom
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 […]
Research Lunch - Web Preview (2)
November 16, 2023
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 […]
Girl high-fiving female teacher
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 […]
kids looking at cell phones
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 […]
kids and teacher stretching in classroom
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 […]