This presentation will provide a brief overview of the impact of trauma on student behavior. In addition, the presentation will outline resources and tiered interventions that help prevent and decrease the severity of interfering behaviors.
Archives: Learning Modules
Section 504 Best Practices
The presentation will provide information on the legal requirements for Section 504, how to utilize data to make good decisions related to common Section 504 practices, how to write appropriate and data driven accommodations, and how to facilitate a good meeting.
Finding the Balance: Devices & Mental Wellness
Educators are increasingly recognizing the effects of student devices, such as Chromebooks, which became essential during the pandemic and now play a central role in daily instruction. While technology enhances learning, creativity, and individualized instruction, excessive use, particularly among students with mental health challenges such as ADHD and depression, can contribute to social skills deficits,
Medicaid and Schools: Financial Overview
This module provides school division finance officers with the tools and knowledge to make the Medicaid and Schools Program successful in your school division.
Medicaid and Schools Program: Overview for Division Superintendents
This module provides the information superintendents need to support Medicaid implementation in your division, ensure compliance, and maximize reimbursement for schools.
Medicaid and Schools: School Nurse Coordinator/Health Specialist Module
This module provides school nurse coordinators and health specialists who are responsible for reporting and supervising school nurses and personal care assistants with the tools and knowledge to make the Medicaid and Schools Program successful and beneficial to students in your school division.
Beyond the Threat Assessment
This presentation explores the critical steps following a school threat assessment, focusing on developing comprehensive support plans to prevent future incidents and address root causes. Key topics include: Post-assessment action planning; Best practices for support plan design; and Implementing proactive interventions to mitigate risk factors. This session will provide suicide risk and threat assessment teams
Promoting Wellbeing and Reducing Chronic Absenteeism
This presentation emphasizes the critical role of data in identifying chronically absent students who are in need of intervention. Additionally, it will address how data is utilized to monitor progress and assess the effectiveness of interventions in reducing chronic absenteeism.
Connecting, Celebrating, & Sustaining Community
Stage 5: Connecting, Celebrating, & Sustaining Community
This module demonstrates Stage 5 Best Practices for VCSI to effectively guide planning and implementation efforts. Through the story of Mountain Breeze Public Schools, you will reflect on the mindset, thinking, and skills that go into connecting, celebrating, and sustaining community.
