Did you ever wonder why there is confusion over when to recognize and honor Disability Awareness? What is Disability Pride Month? Is it the same as Disability Awareness Month? What month is Disability Month- is it in March or October? If so, you are not alone. To answer some of…
School psychology is a field that uses psychological principles to support the learning, behavioral, and emotional development of children and adolescents in educational settings. School psychologists work with students, teachers, parents, and other school staff to create healthy and supportive learning environments. School psychologists' responsibilities include: Assessment: Evaluating students' current skills…
National Dropout Prevention Month - A Message to Pupil Services Administrators Supporting Student Success: The Critical Role of Pupil Services in Dropout Prevention October is National Dropout Prevention Month, a time to focus on strategies that help keep students engaged, enrolled, and on track to graduate. As Pupil Services administrators,…
For Suicide Awareness Month, NAPSA is focusing on what K-12 educators may need to know about suicide. According to the National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI), There is a large gap between the number of young people thinking about suicide (about 1 in 10) and the number who die by…
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) suicidal thoughts, much like mental health conditions, can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background. In fact, suicide is often the result of an untreated mental health condition. Suicidal thoughts, although common, should not be considered normal and often indicate…
Launched in 2020, SchoolSafety.gov is a collaborative, interagency website created by the Federal government to provide schools and districts with actionable recommendations to create safe and supportive learning environments for students and educators. The site serves as a one-stop access point for information, resources, guidance, and evidence-based practices on a…
Membership Renewal According to the University of Massachusetts/UMass Global, the benefits of joining a professional association/organization are: Professional Designation - Putting your membership on your resume instantly communicates that you are interested in staying connected and are committed to the field. Networking opportunities - Once you join a professional association…
Self-Renewal Through Practicing Mindfulness Practicing mindfulness has been highly regarded and utilized as practical and efficient within the field of positive psychology. Being able to implement these self-care exercises has been useful to and for students, teachers, administrators, and parents. Click here for three free mindfulness exercises from this popular…
The School Nurse:A Valuable Member of the Pupil Services Team School Nurse Reflection With the celebration of National School Nurse Day on May 8, 2024, I am reminded of the brilliant and outstanding service these healthcare heroes contribute to pupil services teams by caring for students' health, safety, and well-being. …
The School Counselor:A Valuable Member of the Pupil Services Team School counseling is 100-plus years old. It evolved shaped by various economic, social and educational forces guided by the work of many individuals. By embracing knowledge from the past, we can learn how school counseling evolved from a position, to…
