School Health Updates
Health education news from Oakland Schools
October 16, 2015
Change in SCECH Procedure
Everyone who wants SCECHs from here on out will be required by the state to provide their PIC Number. Every teacher, administrator, Psychologist, Counselor and Occupational Educator will have one issued by the MDE.
For those unfamiliar with a PIC number, the attachment will explain what it is and where to find it so you can come to workshops prepared to provide it at sign in.
Without your PIC number, credits will not be able to be uploaded to the Secure Central Registry.
Webinars and Events
EPA Webinar: Managing Head Lice in Schools
When: Tuesday, October 20, 2015
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Eastern Standard Time (US and Canada)
Head lice, according to CDC, are most common among pre-school and elementary school children in the U.S. Nearly every school has faced an outbreak at one time or another because of students' close contact. Back-to-school is when lice are most common. To prevent rampant outbreaks, schools must work in conjunction with families at the first signs of an infestation. Join us to round out your knowledge of head lice by reviewing their epidemiology, public health significance, diagnostics, treatments, and control. An emphasis will be placed on control strategies that are consistent with the smart, sensible, and sustainable practices of a School Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program.
Our distinguished presenters will include:
• Richard Pollack, Ph.D., Senior Environmental Health Officer, Harvard University
• Nichole Bobo, Director of Nursing Education, National Association of School Nurses
• Deborah Pontius, Health Services Coordinator, Pershing County (Nevada) School District
To register now, please visit the following link:
https://epawebconferencing.acms.com/headlice_ipm/event/registration.html
To know more about the event, please visit our website:
https://epawebconferencing.acms.com/headlice_ipm/event/event_info.html
Traumatic Brain Injury Webinar
When: Thursday, October 22nd, 2015
Time: 3-4 PM EST
Presenters:
- Stacy J. Suskauer, M.D., Research Scientist, Kennedy Krieger Institute
- CDC Representative
- And other invited speakers!
Participation details coming soon! For more information, please email: Chiso.uko@maryland.gov or call 410-767-8102
MENTAL HEALTH 101: WHAT EVERY PARENT SHOULD KNOW
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, 6777 West Maple Road, In the Demonstration Kitchen
Please join us for a FREE program featuring a panel of experts, who will discuss key areas, including signs and symptoms, how to seek treatment and assistance, and share personal stories of coping with mental illness.
The Guest Panel will feature:
- Dr. Melissa Hendriks, MD, Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist-Behavioral Health Physician in Charge-Henry Ford Health System
- Nikki Sulaica, MA, LLP, Therapist from Henry Ford Pediatric Behavioral Health
- Sommer Yono, Social Worker from The West Bloomfield School District
- Lisa Kaplan, LMSW, CAADC, ACSW from Maplegrove Community Education
- A parent and a young adult who have been impacted by mental health issues.
For more information, please contact the Greater W. B. Community Coalition at 248-928-4942. Visit www.gwbcoalition.org or www.wbyouthassistance.org.
Life on the Spectrum: What you didn’t know that you didn’t know about LGBTQ+ teens
When: Monday, November 9, 2015
Time: 6:30 – 8:30pm
Where: Dakota High School Atrium, 21051 21 Mile Road (Enter through North Doors)
- Look at the current terminology for gender identity
- Explore how gender roles affect youth
- Explore gender as a vast spectrum of identities
- Suicide and drug prevention for youth who do not identify with their assigned birth gender How to support people anywhere on the gender spectrum
- Meet the Genderbread Person
RSVP to slange@cvs.k12.mi.us or 586-723-2872 by November 6, 2015
Resources
October: Bullying Prevention Month
Safe Schools wants to be your partner in knocking out bullying! According to the Cyberbullying Research Center, more than 80 percent of teens regularly use a cell phone, making it the most common method for cyberbullying. In addition, "about half of young people have experienced some form of cyberbullying, and 10 to 20 percent experience it regularly." Because of these startling statistics, we've created this short video clip for you to share with your staff during Bullying Prevention Month:
https://scenariolearning1.wistia.com/medias/qjhmxz7s2q
Cyberbullies' actions can have a greater and longer lasting effect than traditional physical bullying. Their messages can spread rapidly because of the viral nature of their tools. If you or your colleagues identify a bully, you must make sure your school district has an "Acceptable Use Policy" (AUP) that governs off-campus computer use or the use of other communication devices away from campus. School districts that have not implemented an AUP have successfully been sued for punishing a student that commits cyberbullying.
New HEADS UP Fact Sheets for Sports Officials: Setting the Tone for Safety
Aggressive and/or unsportsmanlike behavior among athletes can increase their chances of getting a concussion by as much as 25%. Sports officials play a key role in setting the tone for safe play and can help lower an athlete’s chances of getting a concussion or other serious injury.
CDC’s new fact sheets for high school and youth sports officials provide info to help officials:
- protect athletes from concussion or other serious brain injury,
- learn how to spot a possible concussion, and
- know what to do if a concussion occurs.
Download the new fact sheets at: www.cdc.gov/HEADSUP.
Read the New CDC Report on Other Opportunities to Change the Culture of Concussion: http://www.cdc.gov/headsup/resources/playbook.html.
More Than Teen Pregnancy Prevention
OAH is proud to share four new grantee videos that show OAH-funded teen pregnancy prevention (TPP) grant programs in action and provide personal perspectives on the impact of TPP efforts around the country. Check out the entire series.
Impacting Adolescents' Lives Across the United States
Evidence-based TPP programs use a range of approaches to address many factors related to teen pregnancies. The HHS TPP Evidence Review identified more than 35 models that in at least one program evaluation have had a positive impact on preventing teen pregnancies, sexually transmitted infections, or sexual risk behaviors. These videos highlight the variety of TPP approaches, the diverse populations served, and some of the innovations being used by OAH TPP grantees to advance TPP efforts.
- Positive Youth Development for Rural Youth. The teen birth rate in rural counties often surpasses the rates in suburban and urban areas. The YMCA of Cumberland, MD serves youth in three rural counties in Maryland and West Virginia through “Adult Identity Mentoring (Project AIM),” which encourages youth to focus on their future careers. Watch the video.
- Abstinence Intervention for Urban Middle School Youth. Program Reach in Yonkers, New York uses role-plays in “Promoting Health Among Teens – Abstinence Only” to empower middle school students to say “no” to unhealthy decisions. Watch the video.
- Sexuality Education for High School and Expectant & Parenting Teens. The PARC Program in Statesville, North Carolina takes a dual approach to TPP. Since nearly one in five births to teen mothers is a repeat birth, they use the “Be Proud! Be Responsible! Be Protective!” model to address teen moms’ needs and prevent repeat teen pregnancies. They also use “Making Proud Choices!” to provide comprehensive sexual education to high school students so teens can make informed decisions about their reproductive health. Watch the video.
Grant Opportunities
2015/2016 MI HEARTSafe School Application
Application must be received by May 15, 2016 for consideration for the 2015/2016 school year. More information available online: https://migrc.org/Library/heartsafe.html
Come Learn with Us!
HIV Certification Grades 4-12
8:30am- 3:30pm
Cost: $25 all day; $15 HIV Update only
Sub-reimbursement available
This training is for teachers of grades 4-12 who are responsible for instruction of students reproductive health, sexuality education and HIV/AIDS education. The training fulfills the mandated HIV Certification. State law mandates that every public school district provides HIV prevention education at every building level (elementary, middle and high school).
This compressed training provides participants with the law, overview of HIV prevention, transmission and treatment, effective curriculum for HIV and Sex Ed, the role of the Sex Ed Advisory Boards and answering students’ sensitive questions. Participants will understand the law as it pertains to Sex Ed and HIV Prevention in the school setting, comprehend basic HIV facts, understand what makes an effective curriculum and feel comfortable talking about this topic with students.
To gain maximum benefit from this course, teachers should know what sex education curricula and/or HIV/AIDS curriculum has been approved by their local School Board.
Need an HIV Certificate update only? Register for the half-day training and join us at noon.
December 8, 2015; Registration: http://tinyurl.com/q2udbpu
January 13, 2016; Registration: http://tinyurl.com/q8y232v
February 4, 2016; Registration: http://tinyurl.com/nm5rryw
Michigan Model for Health Trainings
The Michigan Model for Health is an evidence-based sequential K-12 curriculum that addresses essential health skills and covers Social and Emotional Skills; Nutrition and Physical Activity; Safety; Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs; and Personal Health and Wellness. Content aligns with the Michigan Grade Level Content Expectations for Health (GLCEs), Michigan Merit guidelines for Health, and the National Health Education Standards.
The Michigan Model for Health Curriculum is recognized by Collaborative for Academic, Socials and Emotional Learning (CASEL) www.casel.org/guide and the National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices www.nrepp.samhsa.gov. Research studies show students that receive this curriculum have stronger communication skills, better skills in managing their feelings and actions, improved attitudes about taking actions to stay safe, and stronger drug and tobacco refusal skills.
Participants will leave their grade level course with all the necessary materials and prepared to teach these skill-based lessons, which will lead to meaningful behavior changes in the classroom and beyond. For mental health professionals interested in supporting this Tier 1 curriculum, there is an afternoon breakout session provided to discuss ways to collaborate with teachers, creative effective Tier II interventions, and use for special education assessment and/or intervention.
Sub-reimbursement available up to $100/day.
High School
November 5, 20158:30am - 3:00pm
Cost: $40
Registration: http://tinyurl.com/ot6cdto
Optional planning and technology integration day: November 12, 2015
Elementary (K-6)
March 15, 2016
8:30am - 3:00pm
Cost: $25
Registration: http://tinyurl.com/qgedudp
Middle School (7-8)
8:30am - 3:00pm
Cost: $25
Registration: http://tinyurl.com/pawk8y9
SHAPE America’s Physical Activity Leader Training
8:30am- 4:00pm
Cost: $15
Registration: http://tinyurl.com/pq9agqp
The Physical Activity Leader (PAL) Learning System is a cutting-edge, all-inclusive professional development resource within the Let’s Move! Active Schools framework. Adaptable to individual school environments, the 12-month PAL Learning System develops and supports individuals who will champion an effort to ensure 60 minutes a day of physical activity for all school-age youth. The dynamic, action-focused PAL
Learning System begins with a one-day in person skill building and leadership workshop.
Participants leave with:
- The formula and tools for making sustainable change and shifting the culture
- Data to make the case for Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program (CSPAP)
- Leadership skills to engage colleagues and the community to support CSPAP
- A personalized action plan to implement CSPAP tailored to site-specific needs
- Knowledge to serve as a local champion for ensuring 60 minutes of physical activity a day is the new norm in schools
Department of Learning Services
- Health Education Elementary
- Health Education Secondary
- Physical Education
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