Loads of ideas from an occupational therapist about creating calm spaces in the early childhood classroom, including quiet soothing areas to decompress and ideas for more active calm down areas in classrooms since different kids need different strategies when it comes to sensory needs.
This is the second module of the Best Practices in Mental Health Screening training series about screening as a bigger part of a multi-tiered system of support system in schools and key pre-planning considerations. This module cover Mental Health Promotion – Tier 1 Services and Support.
This resource synthesizes the knowledge and guidance of over 75 experts nationally. Ultimately, this resource is a foundational document in the field to help guide local, state, and national efforts to strengthen school mental health efforts and to start to understand and bring consensus to the quality domains of school mental health. (2019)
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A social worker at the Bethlehem Central School District in Delmar NY shares a video of 2nd graders at Eagle Elementary discussing The Zones of Regulation and how it’s helped them by incorporating mindfulness and breaks.
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When it comes to student trauma, there is much that is beyond educators’ power, but there is also a great deal they can do to build a supportive and sensitive classroom environment. This article shares eight practical strategies teachers can use to help these students feel safe and ready to learn.
This report highlights the current strengths and barriers related to promoting healthy outcomes for students living with mental health concerns, and provides actionable recommendations and strategies to ensure that all children and families have access to the services and supports they need in order to thrive.
Website committed to creating and delivering the highest quality mental health literacy information, research, education and resources. Materials are provided in a variety of mediums that include videos, animations, brochures, e-books, face-to-face training programs, and online training programs – all specifically designed to meet the needs of children, youth, young adults, families, educators, community agencies and health care providers.
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