The Center for Health and Health Care in Schools

Did you know only 58% of children received a flu vaccine last year? Learn from what schools can do to promote flu vaccinations and slow the spread of respiratory illnesses.
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On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we remember that the U.S. every student (3-21) has a right to free and appropriate public school education. Students with disabilities often feel isolated and left behind their peers. Building a school that supports the needs of all students is much more effective then creating separate programs for students with disabilities that ostracizes them. Today and all days we remember that all students means all students.

Stronger student transportation polices can promote more equitable access to schools across a city or state by providing students access to better educational opportunities. Explore this week’s resources for policies and best practices to promote equitable, reliable, affordable and accessible student transportation to school.
Learn more: http://conta.cc/3FcxRk5

Mental health affects how we think, feel and act. It impacts our emotional, psychological and social well-being. As such an integral part of our lives, protecting and promoting mental health is vital for all.

Schools can play an important role in supporting students grieving by being compassionate, open-ended, direct and evolving.

Grief is the experience of and reaction to any loss - not just due to death. Grief is always a multi-faceted, time- varying response that contains physical, cognitive, behavioral, social, spiritual, and philosophical components. These components are often experienced in “waves” across the grief process.

There are more than 2.1 million American Indiana and Alaska Native (AI/AN) youth living in the U.S. today. Due to a legacy of discrimination and oppression within the United States, these youth suffer from high rates of poverty, violent victimization, substance abuse, historical trauma and lack of access to health insurance and health care.

This Thanksgiving weekend, we take the time to acknowledge, recognize and honor our nation’s Indigenous history, tradition, and communities and make a commitment to enhance cultural competence in our work to promote the health of AI/AN youth.

Explore our weekly Insider for resources and best practices on how school health partners and educators can include Native voices and support the well-being Indigenous youth: conta.cc/3GDHSYQ

Giving gratitude and thanks can do wonders for your mental health. Happy thanksgiving from us to you!!

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, it’s important to remember that 15% of children across the country live in a food-insecure household. This means over 6 million children have unreliable access to a sufficient amount of affordable, nutritious food.

As a result of these staggering numbers, school meals are often the only source of reliable food for many students. In-school access to healthy, nutritious meals has also been shown to increase attendance, health and educational outcomes for youth and can help them students their full potential.

Check out our Weekly Insider to learn about the importance of comprehensive, nutritious school meal programs and learn how schools can implement, expand, and assess participation in universal free meal programs.

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Did you know that 8% of children in the U.S. will experience the loss of a parent or sibling by the time they turn 18? As we recognize Children’s Grief Awareness Day, we commit ourselves to being there for grieving students today and everyday.

70% of teachers have at least one student in their class who has lost a guardian, sibling or close friend in the past year. These students often feel alone, isolated and misunderstood which can lead to negative impacts on a youth’s mental and physical health. Because of this, school-based supports are vital when a student loses a loved one.

National Alliance for Children’s Grief (TAG ) developed a series of school toolkits for administrators and educators to learn how to talk to and support grieving youth. These tips can help school partners become empathetic and understanding supporters to students who are grieving. Explore the guides here👉 https://tinyurl.com/3sd6y477

Getting a flu vaccine this fall can reduce your risk of getting flu and help save scarce medical resources needed to care for people with COVID-19. It’s important for everyone to do their part to stay healthy this flu season. Prevent the spread of flu and other respiratory illnesses:

Mask Up: Cover your nose and mouth with a mask when out in public.

Lather Up: Wash your hands frequently with soap and water.

Sleeve Up: Roll up your sleeve to get a flu shot.

The more people vaccinated against flu, the more people protected from flu. Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/season/protect-your-health.html

There are a lot of myths about opioids so it is important to find resources you can trust. A few local examples are the DC Prevention Centers, the Latin American Youth Center, and YMCA. As always, consulting your medical provider is a great resource. Visit OSSE.DC.Gov/ATODPrevention for more drug prevention resources.

There are a lot of myths about opioids so it is important to find resources you can trust. A few local examples are the DC Prevention Centers, the Latin American Youth Center, and YMCA. As always, consulting your medical provider is a great resource. Visit OSSE.DC.Gov/ATODPrevention for more drug prevention resources.

It's Food Safety Education Month. DYK: Young children have immune systems that are still developing, so their body’s ability to fight germs and sickness isn’t as strong. Food poisoning can be particularly dangerous for them because illness can lead to diarrhea and dehydration.

Developing healthy habits is a great way to maintain a healthy lifestyle where you live above the influence of opioids. - Visit OSSE.DC.Gov/ATODPrevention for more drug prevention resources.

Setting personal goals will help you stay true to yourself when faced with tough situations. Write down your goals, review them daily, tell a friend or family member, and plan ahead. - Visit OSSE.DC.Gov/ATODPrevention for more drug prevention resources.

Smart decisions can save lives when in the presence of drugs and alcohol – especially opioids. Be aware of negative influences in social settings. - Visit OSSE.DC.Gov/ATODPrevention for more drug prevention resources.

It’s extremely important to talk about the risks of opioid misuse with your friends, family members, and trusted adults. - Visit OSSE.DC.Gov/ATODPrevention for more drug prevention resources.

Influence comes in many different forms. Friends, family, television, music, etc. Watch and listen carefully to stay above the influence and make informed decisions. Visit OSSE.DC.Gov/ATODPrevention for more drug prevention resources.

The effects of school closures during the COVID-19 pandemic have led to growing mental and social-emotional health challenges within school communities and school districts must be ready to respond!

As districts prepare for students’ return to schools, our team of experts is available to help assess needs and assets and develop recommendations for strengthening school-based mental health and wellness systems and supports.

Send us a DM or contact us at [email protected] for more information on services and fees!

Influence comes in many different forms. Friends, family, television, music, etc. Watch and listen carefully to stay above the influence and make informed decisions. Visit OSSE.DC.Gov/ATODPrevention for more drug prevention resources.

Many social and environmental factors limit children's health and educational achievement. Working together, schools and school health systems can overcome these obstacles to support stronger outcomes for all students.

Learn more: http://healthinschools.org/our-work/current-projects-2/collaborative-improvement-and-innovation-network-on-school-based-health-services-health-resources-and-services-administration/.EpJjWOgi.dpbs

Did you know that our team provides technical assistance and consultancy services?

As school districts prepare for students’ return to schools, it is critical they be prepared to respond to the growing mental and social-emotional health challenges within their school communities. Our team of experts is available to help assess your needs and assets and develop recommendations for strengthening school-based mental health systems and supports.

Contact us at [email protected] for more information on services and fees!

7 Things Teachers Say to Create a Supportive Classroom

Great article from Edutopia with ideas for what to say to create a supportive classroom environment: https://www.edutopia.org/article/7-things-teachers-say-create-supportive-classroom?utm_content=linkpos2&utm_source=edu-legacy&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=weekly-2021-09-01

7 Things Teachers Say to Create a Supportive Classroom The things teachers say can cut deeply or build a lasting foundation for success. Here are seven teacher-tested expressions to try this year.

Charitable Grants | Food Lion Feeds | Food Lion

📢 Grant Opportunity! 📢

The Food Lion Feeds Foundation supports children at risk of hunger by helping feeding agencies/orgs increase their fresh food capacity. Deadline to apply is September 15, 2021.

More info: https://www.foodlion.com/in-our-community/food-lion-feeds/charitable-foundation-grants/

Charitable Grants | Food Lion Feeds | Food Lion In 2001, Food Lion created a 501(c)(3) foundation operated by a volunteer board of directors in order to streamline requests for financial donations to eliminate hunger.

September is National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month. More than ever, it is critical and urgent to help addres the mental and emotional needs of students. Find resources to help in our latest : https://conta.cc/3yKQKUR

The effects of school closures during the COVID-19 pandemic have led to growing mental and social-emotional health challenges within school communities and school districts must be ready to respond!

As districts prepare for students’ return to schools, our team of experts is available to help assess needs and assets and develop recommendations for strengthening school-based mental health and wellness systems and supports.

Send us a DM or contact us at [email protected] for more information on services and fees!

It's Su***de Prevention Week. Please help us spread the word by liking and sharing this post. TY!

As schools have reopened for another challenging school year, there is great need and urgency to work to counteract the negative effects that the ongoing pandemic has had within students’ homes and communities.

Together with a team of school health experts, we have recently released a series of briefs that discuss the Social Influencers of Health and Education. These resources outline ways that schools, together with school-based health centers and comprehensive school mental health systems, can help overcome the social and environmental obstacles that limit children's achievement, social-emotional development, and overall well-being.

Learn more: http://healthinschools.org/our-work/current-projects-2/collaborative-improvement-and-innovation-network-on-school-based-health-services-health-resources-and-services-administration/.EpJjWOgi.dpbs

Did you know that our team provides technical assistance and consultancy services?

As school districts prepare for students’ return to schools, it is critical they be prepared to respond to the growing mental and social-emotional health challenges within their school communities. Our team of experts is available to help assess your needs and assets and develop recommendations for strengthening school-based mental health systems and supports.

Contact us at [email protected] for more information on services and fees!

Did you know that our team provides technical assistance and consultancy services?

As school districts and students return to schools, it is critical they be prepared to respond to the growing mental and social-emotional health challenges within their school communities. Our team of experts is available to help assess your needs and assets and develop recommendations for strengthening school-based mental health systems and supports.

Contact us at [email protected] for more information on services and fees!

There are many social and environmental factors that can limit children's health and educational achievement. Sadly, the COVID-19 pandemic has created and further exacerbated many of these limiting factors within the homes and communities of many students and families.

Working together, schools and school health systems can overcome these obstacles to ensure stronger outcomes for all students. A team of school health experts from the Center for Health and Health Care in Schools, the School-Based Health Alliance and the National Center for School Mental Health have developed a series of briefs to explain. [Tag each organization]

Read more: http://healthinschools.org/our-work/current-projects-2/collaborative-improvement-and-innovation-network-on-school-based-health-services-health-resources-and-services-administration/.EpJjWOgi.dpbs

The effects of school closures during the COVID-19 pandemic have led to growing mental and social-emotional health challenges within school communities and school districts must be ready to respond!

As districts prepare for students’ return to schools, our team of experts is available to help assess needs and assets and develop recommendations for strengthening school-based mental health and wellness systems and supports.

Send us a DM or contact us at [email protected] for more information on services and fees!

Charitable Grants | Food Lion Feeds | Food Lion

📢 Grant Opportunity! 📢

The Food Lion Feeds Foundation supports children at risk of hunger by helping feeding agencies/orgs increase their fresh food capacity. Deadline to apply is September 15, 2021.

More info: https://www.foodlion.com/in-our-community/food-lion-feeds/charitable-foundation-grants/

Charitable Grants | Food Lion Feeds | Food Lion In 2001, Food Lion created a 501(c)(3) foundation operated by a volunteer board of directors in order to streamline requests for financial donations to eliminate hunger.

What Students Will Need as the Year Begins

As schools reopen and students return, students and teachers can benefit so much from rebuilding relationships.

Read more: https://www.edutopia.org/article/what-students-will-need-year-begins?utm_content=linkpos7&utm_campaign=weekly-2021-08-11&utm_source=edu-legacy&utm_medium=email

What Students Will Need as the Year Begins After a year of chronic unpredictability, both students and teachers will benefit from focusing on relationships and the daily rhythms of school.

The effects of school closures during the COVID-19 pandemic have led to growing mental and social-emotional health challenges within school communities and school districts must be ready to respond!

As districts prepare for students’ return to schools, our team of experts is available to help assess needs and assets and develop recommendations for strengthening school-based mental health and wellness systems and supports.

Send us a DM or contact us at [email protected] for more information on services and fees!

Preparing Your Child to Go Back to School In-Person

After remote and hybrid learning, getting back into the school routine can be tough for students.

Some great thoughts from to prepare kids to go back to school in-person: https://childmind.org/article/preparing-your-child-to-go-back-to-school-in-person/

Preparing Your Child to Go Back to School In-Person For many families, two important events will be happening at about the same time this fall: Kids will be going back to in-person school full-time, and parents will be expected to return, at least part-time, to their offices. From one perspective, it’s just a return to what was normal before the pa...

Did you know that our team provides technical assistance and consultancy services?

As school districts prepare for students’ return to schools, it is critical they be prepared to respond to the growing mental and social-emotional health challenges within their school communities. Our team of experts is available to help assess your needs and assets and develop recommendations for strengthening school-based mental health systems and supports.

Contact us at [email protected] for more information on services and fees!

COVID-19 has led to increased mental health challenges in school communities, which means greater need for strong mental health systems and supports in schools. Our team of experts can help!

DM or email us for info on technical assistance and consultancy services and fees!

E-cigarette use is a growing issue among youth...

here's a great, new fact sheet to help educators and coaches know what they need to know: http://ow.ly/4CPg50FQtlE