School Safety and Wellbeing for Students and Families
Explore resources for school safety and wellbeing.
Making Schools Safer for LGBTQIA+ Youth: Part 1
This video will focus on unpacking personal biases that shape how we view the LGBTQIA+ population. We will provide a brief history of the ways this population has been marginalized, how they have resisted, and examine the current state of schooling conditions for LGBTQIA+ youth.
Making Schools Safer for LGBTQIA+ Youth: Part 2
This video will offer suggestions on how to create spaces in schools that are not only safe, but also affirming of LGBTQIA+ identities and that have the potential to be constructive spaces of dialogue. It will include visual, verbal, and structural tips on how to create these spaces.
Making Schools Safer for LGBTQIA+ Youth: Part 3
This video will help participants interrogate what it means to be an ally for LGBTQIA+ youth. We will also share additional services and resources that participants can use to better support youth they work with and create more inclusive communities.
Making Schools Safer for LGBTQIA+ Youth
Growing up can be hard for all youth, but for LGBTQIA+ youth it can include trauma, fear, and even risk of abuse. We believe that educators have a responsibility to help make LGBTQIA+ youth feel safe and supported in their community so they can focus on schooling and thrive. In this series, JC Lugo will help educators learn how to create safe and supportive school environments, and equip them to be allies for LGBTQIA+ youth in their communities.
Mental Health in the Classroom
Student mental health needs can seem hard to recognize, but with the right knowledge, educators can recognize student needs and refer to helping professionals. It is also important to think of engaging parents and caregivers when supporting a student’s emotional wellbeing, and talking about mental health services in the right way will help them understand the value of getting care. In this session, Maisah Howard, MSW will help educators find new ways of recognizing and supporting the mental health needs of students, while giving practical ...