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Mental Health Resources for Fall 2021

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Author: Roz Thompson • Date: November 1, 2021
This week, we hosted a Zoom on the topic of mental health. Our guests included Representative Lisa Callan who co-chairs the Children and Youth Behavioral...

EPNN: Every Principal Networked Now

Advocacy, Legislation, & Policy

Author: Dr. Scott Seaman • Date: October 21, 2021
From how many classrooms have unfilled substitute positions, to how many students you’ll need to contact trace and quarantine, to dealing with out-of-character student behavior,...

We HEAR You and We are HERE for You!

Advocacy, Legislation, & Policy

Author: Dr. Scott Seaman • Date: September 29, 2021
It is no secret that although we are all excited to have students back in our schools, the consistent message coming from principals and assistant...

The Mental Health Literacy Library

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Author: Todd & Laura Crooks • Date: August 19, 2021
Teachers and students alike recognize the importance of reducing the stigma of mental illness and the benefits of good mental health. Proven benefits include increased...

Break the Stigma: Student Mental Heath

Author: Sarnika Ali • Date: January 28, 2021
I think something every adult needs to hear right now is that students are struggling. Just as teachers are most definitely overwhelmed with the new...

There Must Be Space for Face-to-Face

Advocacy, Legislation, & Policy, Elementary, High School, Middle Level

Author: Dr. Scott Seaman • Date: June 5, 2020
I’ve been “out of the building” now as a recovering high school principal for about seven years. My trips to the grocery store are still...

Principal Stress at an All-time High

Advocacy, Legislation, & Policy, Elementary, High School, Middle Level

Author: Dr. Scott Seaman • Date: May 21, 2020
If you think principaling was tough before COVID19, what about now? If we kill the will of our principals by not addressing the workload, stress...

Relationships Matter Even More Now

Advocacy, Legislation, & Policy, Elementary, High School, Middle Level

Author: Dr. Scott Seaman • Date: May 4, 2020
As I look to the future of our education system, I challenge all the thought leaders, policy makers, and educational leaders to think differently as...

The Self Care Wheel, A Team Building Activity

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Author: Roz Thompson • Date: April 30, 2020
Here is another great activity called a Self-Care Wheel. Use it individually or with your whole staff. It’s brought to us by our fantastic wellness...