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The majority of students in the US will experience at least one traumatic event by the time they graduate high school. The National Child Traumatic Stress Network has resources for schools that are looking to employ a trauma-informed approach to education: buff.ly/3AEHzMe
Looking for a one-page guide with research, webinars, and other resources to support young children who are experiencing homelessness? SchoolHouse Connection's Back to School Early Childhood Resources buff.ly/3yESdlL
It's national suicide prevention week. For those who want to learn more about the week and how to support youth and families who may be impacted by suicide or suicidal ideation, you can visit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention) afsp.org
Community-school partnerships can improve the well-being of students and staff by providing resources and services that schools cannot offer with their current infrastructure. Child Trends highlights key practices for successful partnerships: buff.ly/44ALogp
Emergency drills can induce stress among school staff, but integrating mental health support and breaking down safety practice silos can bolster resilience. Join National Center for School Safety tomorrow at 1 pm ET to learn about enhancing staff resilience. Sign up: buff.ly/4dK5W9R
This Suicide Prevention Week, learn more about the Blueprint for Youth Suicide Prevention from American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and American Academy of Pediatrics which includes risk and protective factors, warning signs, and stategies for suicide prevention buff.ly/3PhZ36r
While sucide prevention week may be ending, that doesn't mean our work stops. To learn more about the impact of sucide prevention programs in school settings, look at this article spotlight from American Psychological Association buff.ly/3A8AVhb
We know that unfortunately, crises do happen on school campuses and in communities. When these crises occur, schools may benefit from employing Psychological First Aid. The National Child Traumatic Stress Network has provided a field operations guide for using PFA in schools. buff.ly/3MpmyI9
Tomorrow 1 pm ET, join Mental Health Technology Transfer Center to learn about how 988, a 24/7 free and confidential support line, can be helpful during interactions with students, families, or colleagues in distress. Sign up: buff.ly/3YhUm0U
This practice guide from Child Trends focuses on practical measurement of school practices and programs and how it can be used to transform school systems to better meet the needs of students, families, and communities. Check it out here: buff.ly/4fsLko6