Welcoming & Supporting Newcomer Youth Wellness in Schools
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This foundational course clarifies key terminology related to immigration status, explores the contextual factors influencing migration and adaptation, and identifies strategies for fostering belonging and support in school settings. Through chapters on learning the language, listening to personal stories, creating welcoming spaces, and engaging families, you will discover practical ways to connect with and empower newcomer students and their families.
- 30 mins
This course builds on foundational knowledge to offer actionable strategies for supporting newcomer students and their families. Learn how to create meaningful connections and foster a sense of community, implement techniques to ensure safety, and teach emotion regulation skills to empower students to navigate challenges with resilience.
- 30 mins
Dive deeper into applying tiered support systems for newcomer students. This course focuses on trauma-informed practices for Tier 2 interventions, provides guidance on Tier 3 interventions and crisis resources, and emphasizes the importance of building self-care and community care practices for sustainable support.
- 30 mins
This module offers a collection of tools and materials to enhance your learning and application of strategies. These resources complement the courses in this series, helping you create welcoming, inclusive, and safe spaces for newcomer students and families in your school community.
Reimagining Mental Health Supports for Migrants
Available in English and Spanish
This course is designed for front-line workers and other non-mental health professionals who support youth in schools and community settings. It focuses on universal mental health strategies—foundational approaches that promote well-being for all students. Learn practical tools to recognize early signs of distress, foster positive environments, and provide appropriate support within your role. No prior mental health training required.
Designed for non-mental health providers, such as front-line worker, this 3-hour course focuses on the foundational level of mental health intervention – universal strategies.
Curso para proveedores no de salud mental, como personal de refugios y promotores de salud, enfocado en estrategias universales. (3 horas)
